Muscatine County, IA Cost of Living


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Muscatine cost of living score
77
Less expensive
23.0% lower
than the US average
3.9% lower
than the Iowa average
Muscatine I County, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 77, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 23.0% lower than the U.S. average and 3.9% higher than the average for Iowa.

Muscatine County, IA

Housing costs in Muscatine?
A typical home costs $176,000, which is 47.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 9.7% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Muscatine 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 Muscatine?
To live comfortably in Muscatine I County, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $33,840 for a family, and $28,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Muscatine?
The cost of living in Muscatine, IA County is significantly lower than the US average. According to data, the cost of living index in Muscatine is 77, while the US average is 100. This means that day-to-day expenses such as groceries, transportation, utilities and healthcare are all much more affordable in Muscatine compared to other parts of the country. The median house value of $176,000 reflects this difference in cost of living, with it being much lower than the US average of $338,100. Therefore, if you're looking for an affordable place to live then Muscatine might be a good option for you.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMuscatineIowaUnited States
  77.080.1100.0
  96.694.4100
  104.8108.2100.0
  50.155.4100.0
  $176,000$194,900$338,100
  100.2%98.5%100.0%
  64.971.4100.0
  91.896.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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