Zip 51530 (Earling, IA) Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Shelby County / Earling / Earling (zip 51530)

Earling cost of living score
76.5
Less expensive
23.5% lower
than the US average
4.5% lower
than the Iowa average
Earling (zip 51530), Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 76.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 23.5% lower than the U.S. average and 4.5% higher than the average for Iowa.

Zip 51530 (Earling, IA)

Housing costs in Earling?
A typical home costs $184,300, which is 45.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 5.4% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Earling costs $800 per month, which is 44.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 16.3% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Earling?
To live comfortably in Earling (zip 51530), Iowa, a minimum annual income of $35,280 for a family, and $27,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Earling?
51530 Earling, IA is an affordable place to live. The cost of living in the area is approximately 15% lower than the national average, and 19% lower than the state average. Housing costs are especially low, with median home prices below $100,000 and rent prices that are also quite affordable. Food costs are also reasonable; groceries are always within budget for most residents. Utilities tend to be cheaper than the national average as well. All in all, 51530 Earling, IA offers a great value for those looking for a low cost of living and plenty of amenities.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesEarlingIowaUnited States
  76.580.1100.0
  94.794.4100
  112.0108.2100.0
  46.755.4100.0
  $184,300$194,900$338,100
  97.9%98.5%100.0%
  67.771.4100.0
  94.996.3100.0

   100=National Average

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