Zip 50006 (Alden, IA) Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Hardin County / Alden / Alden (zip 50006)

Alden cost of living score
74.1
Less expensive
25.9% lower
than the US average
7.5% lower
than the Iowa average
Alden (zip 50006), Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 74.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 25.9% lower than the U.S. average and 7.5% higher than the average for Iowa.

Zip 50006 (Alden, IA)

Housing costs in Alden?
A typical home costs $123,500, which is 63.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 36.6% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Alden costs $840 per month, which is 41.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 10.7% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Alden?
To live comfortably in Alden (zip 50006), Iowa, a minimum annual income of $23,760 for a family, and $25,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Alden?
The cost of living in 50006 Alden, IA is relatively low compared to other parts of the country. According to BestPlaces, the overall cost of living index in this area is 77.54, which is 8% lower than the national average. Additionally, housing costs are especially low in Alden; rent prices for a one-bedroom apartment average around $557 per month and a three-bedroom averages about $838 monthly. Groceries are reasonably priced, with an average meal costing $7-$10. Overall, Alden is an ideal location if you're looking for a place to live that won't break your budget.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesAldenIowaUnited States
  74.180.1100.0
  93.994.4100
  122.6108.2100.0
  44.455.4100.0
  $123,500$194,900$338,100
  100.9%98.5%100.0%
  62.971.4100.0
  91.696.3100.0

   100=National Average

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