Jefferson County, IA Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Jefferson, Iowa?
$2,520 / month
for a family, 53.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $30,240 for the year for a family.
$2,167 / month
for a single person, 54.5% less expensive than the national average A total of $26,000 for the year for a single person.

Jefferson cost of living score
75.3
Less expensive
24.7% lower
than the US average
6.0% lower
than the Iowa average
Jefferson I County, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 75.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 24.7% lower than the U.S. average and 6.0% higher than the average for Iowa.

Jefferson County, IA

Housing costs in Jefferson?
A typical home costs $158,700, which is 53.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 18.6% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Jefferson costs $860 per month, which is 39.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 8.1% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Jefferson?
To live comfortably in Jefferson I County, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $30,240 for a family, and $26,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Jefferson?
The cost of living in Jefferson, IA County is much lower than the US average. It is 75.3 compared to the national average of 100. This makes living in Jefferson, IA County an attractive option for many people who want to take advantage of a lower cost of living while still enjoying all that the county has to offer. Additionally, the median house value in Jefferson, IA County is $158,700 – much lower than the US average of $338,100 – offering potential homeowners another way to save money and stretch their budget further.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
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  43.3  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$194,900$338,100
  100.8  Unlock100.0
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  115.3  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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