Moorhead, IA Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Monona County / Moorhead / Zip Codes
How much do I need to live in Moorhead, Iowa?
$1,800 / month
for a family, 66.7% less expensive than the national average A total of $21,600 for the year for a family.
$2,400 / month
for a single person, 49.7% less expensive than the national average A total of $28,800 for the year for a single person.

Moorhead cost of living score
73.2
Less expensive
26.8% lower
than the US average
8.6% lower
than the Iowa average
Moorhead, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 73.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 26.8% lower than the U.S. average and 8.6% higher than the average for Iowa.

Moorhead, IA

Housing costs in Moorhead?
A typical home costs $112,300, which is 66.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 42.4% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Moorhead costs $950 per month, which is 33.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 2.1% more than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Moorhead?
To live comfortably in Moorhead, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $21,600 for a family, and $28,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Moorhead?
Moorhead, IA has a relatively low cost of living compared to other cities in the United States. The median home price is around $175,000, which is significantly lower than most areas. The average cost of utilities for a two-bedroom apartment is also quite low at just over $150 per month. Additionally, the area's tax rates are some of the lowest in the state and there are no sales taxes on food or clothing. With all these factors in consideration, residents of Moorhead can expect to enjoy living here without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesMoorheadIowaUnited States
    Unlock80.1100.0
  91.9  Unlock100.0
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  17.2  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$194,900$338,100
  97.6  Unlock100.0
    Unlock71.4100.0
  83.3  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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