Whiting, IA Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Monona County / Whiting / Zip Codes

Whiting cost of living score
73.2
Less expensive
26.8% lower
than the US average
8.6% lower
than the Iowa average
Whiting, 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.

Whiting, IA

Housing costs in Whiting?
A typical home costs $127,200, which is 62.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 34.7% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Whiting costs $910 per month, which is 36.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 2.2% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Whiting?
To live comfortably in Whiting, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $24,480 for a family, and $27,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Whiting?
The cost of living in Whiting, IA is quite reasonable compared to other cities. The median home price in the city is $95,000, which is significantly lower than the national median of $200,000. Additionally, the cost of rent in Whiting is also considerably lower than average; a one-bedroom apartment typically costs around $600 per month. The overall cost of groceries and basic necessities are also relatively low. All things considered, Whiting is an affordable city for those looking to live on a budget.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesWhitingIowaUnited States
  73.280.1100.0
  93.194.4100
  118.4108.2100.0
  36.555.4100.0
  $127,200$194,900$338,100
  99.3%98.5%100.0%
  71.971.4100.0
  82.696.3100.0

   100=National Average

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