Dubuque County, IA Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Dubuque, Iowa?
$3,690 / month
for a family, 31.7% less expensive than the national average A total of $44,280 for the year for a family.
$2,367 / month
for a single person, 50.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $28,400 for the year for a single person.

Dubuque cost of living score
84.9
Less expensive
15.1% lower
than the US average
6.0% higher
than the Iowa average
Dubuque I County, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 84.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 15.1% lower than the U.S. average and 6.0% lower than the average for Iowa.

Dubuque County, IA

Housing costs in Dubuque?
A typical home costs $232,000, which is 31.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 19.0% more expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Dubuque 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 Dubuque?
To live comfortably in Dubuque I County, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $44,280 for a family, and $28,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Dubuque?
Dubuque, IA County is a great place to live with a median house value of $232000 and an overall cost of living that is 84.9, which is lower than the US average of 100. This makes it an attractive location for those seeking to purchase a home or rent in the area. The lower cost of living combined with the lower house values make Dubuque, IA County an ideal choice for those looking to move to a more affordable community.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesDubuqueIowaUnited States
    Unlock80.1100.0
  97.8  Unlock100.0
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  69.2  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$194,900$338,100
  98.7  Unlock100.0
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  114.3  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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