Jewell Junction, IA Cost of Living


0 Reviews



Download our custom City Report to see exclusive
data on cost of living, crime, climate, and more.
United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Hamilton County / Jewell Junction / Zip Codes

Jewell Junction cost of living score
74.9
Less expensive
25.1% lower
than the US average
6.5% lower
than the Iowa average
Jewell Junction, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 74.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 25.1% lower than the U.S. average and 6.5% higher than the average for Iowa.

Jewell Junction, IA

Housing costs in Jewell Junction?
A typical home costs $125,900, which is 62.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 35.4% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Jewell Junction costs $930 per month, which is 35.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $930.

Can I afford Jewell Junction?
To live comfortably in Jewell Junction, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $24,120 for a family, and $28,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Jewell Junction?
The cost of living in Jewell Junction, IA is relatively low compared to other places in the United States. The median home value in Jewell Junction according to Zillow is $112,700, much lower than the national median home value which is $231,200. In addition, the median household income in Jewell Junction is $46,569 which is significantly lower than the national average of $60,293. This means that many people who live in Jewell Junction are able to save money on their daily bills and have more money leftover for leisure activities or investments. The overall cost of living inJewell Junction is very attractive for those looking for a place to call home while still having extra money at the end of each month.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesJewell JunctionIowaUnited States
  74.980.1100.0
  94.794.4100
  121.2108.2100.0
  42.355.4100.0
  $125,900$194,900$338,100
  102.6%98.5%100.0%
  67.171.4100.0
  90.396.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
Crime
Compare Jewell Junction, IA cost of living
Compare food, housing, utilities, and more in Jewell Junction, Iowa to any other city in the US.