Orchard, IA Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Mitchell County / Orchard / Zip Codes

Orchard cost of living score
73.6
Less expensive
26.4% lower
than the US average
8.1% lower
than the Iowa average
Orchard, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 73.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 26.4% lower than the U.S. average and 8.1% higher than the average for Iowa.

Orchard, IA

Housing costs in Orchard?
A typical home costs $253,600, which is 25.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 30.1% more expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Orchard costs $940 per month, which is 34.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $930.

Can I afford Orchard?
To live comfortably in Orchard, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $48,600 for a family, and $28,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Orchard?
The cost of living in Orchard, IA is relatively low compared to larger cities. Living costs are especially lower for housing, with the median home value being around $106,400 and the median rent costing just over $600 per month. Groceries and other goods are also typically more affordable than in big cities. There is a modest sales tax rate of 6%, which helps to keep prices of everyday items down. Overall, Orchard, IA offers a great quality of life at an affordable price.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesOrchardIowaUnited States
  73.680.1100.0
  99.294.4100
  99.0108.2100.0
  70.355.4100.0
  $253,600$194,900$338,100
  99.6%98.5%100.0%
  63.571.4100.0
  83.696.3100.0

   100=National Average

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