Martensdale, IA Cost of Living


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Martensdale cost of living score
89.4
Less expensive
10.6% lower
than the US average
11.6% higher
than the Iowa average
Martensdale, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 89.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 10.6% lower than the U.S. average and 11.6% lower than the average for Iowa.

Martensdale, IA

Housing costs in Martensdale?
A typical home costs $177,100, which is 47.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 9.1% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Martensdale costs $870 per month, which is 39.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 6.9% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Martensdale?
To live comfortably in Martensdale, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $33,840 for a family, and $28,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Martensdale?
Martensdale, IA is an affordable place to live in comparison to other parts of the United States. Housing costs are below the national average, with many rental properties available for less than $1,000 per month. Additionally, there are no sales or income taxes in Iowa, meaning that residents keep more of their hard-earned money. The cost of groceries and other everyday items is also relatively low compared to cities with higher populations. All in all, Martensdale makes for a great place to call home if you're looking for an affordable yet comfortable lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMartensdaleIowaUnited States
  89.480.1100.0
  94.894.4100
  104.2108.2100.0
  52.355.4100.0
  $177,100$194,900$338,100
  89.9%98.5%100.0%
  81.471.4100.0
  117.396.3100.0

   100=National Average

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