Scott County, IA Cost of Living


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Scott cost of living score
82.9
Less expensive
17.1% lower
than the US average
3.5% higher
than the Iowa average
Scott I County, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 82.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 17.1% lower than the U.S. average and 3.5% lower than the average for Iowa.

Scott County, IA

Housing costs in Scott?
A typical home costs $200,700, which is 40.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 3.0% more expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Scott 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 Scott?
To live comfortably in Scott I County, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $38,520 for a family, and $29,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Scott?
The cost of living in Scott, IA County is significantly lower than the US average. According to statistics, it has a Cost of Living index of 82.9, compared to the US average of 100. This could be beneficial for those looking for an area with lower prices on everyday items such as food and housing. The median house value in the county is $200,700, which is considerably lower than the US average of $338,100. With a lower cost of living and housing costs, Scott County is an attractive option for those looking for a place to settle down with less expense.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesScottIowaUnited States
  82.980.1100.0
  97.194.4100
  103.3108.2100.0
  61.255.4100.0
  $200,700$194,900$338,100
  95.2%98.5%100.0%
  79.771.4100.0
  115.396.3100.0

   100=National Average

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