Zip 50653 (Marble Rock, IA) Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Floyd County / Marble Rock / Marble Rock (zip 50653)

Marble Rock cost of living score
72.6
Less expensive
27.4% lower
than the US average
9.4% lower
than the Iowa average
Marble Rock (zip 50653), Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 72.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 27.4% lower than the U.S. average and 9.4% higher than the average for Iowa.

Zip 50653 (Marble Rock, IA)

Housing costs in Marble Rock?
A typical home costs $142,100, which is 58.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 27.1% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Marble Rock costs $810 per month, which is 43.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 14.8% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Marble Rock?
To live comfortably in Marble Rock (zip 50653), Iowa, a minimum annual income of $27,360 for a family, and $25,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Marble Rock?
Living in 50653 Marble Rock, IA is relatively affordable. The cost of living index is slightly below the national average, at 87.6 compared to 100. Housing prices are well below the national average, with the median home value being around $75,000. Renters can find a one-bedroom apartment for around $400-500/month. Utility costs are also lower than the national average due to lower population density and more efficient energy systems in place throughout Marble Rock. Groceries, healthcare costs, and transportation expenses are all near or below the national averages as well providing residents with an overall cost of living that is attractive compared to larger cities.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMarble RockIowaUnited States
  72.680.1100.0
  92.694.4100
  100.6108.2100.0
  33.755.4100.0
  $142,100$194,900$338,100
  100.5%98.5%100.0%
  66.471.4100.0
  86.796.3100.0

   100=National Average

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