Zip 50650 (Lamont, IA) Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Buchanan County / Lamont / Lamont (zip 50650)

Lamont cost of living score
77.9
Less expensive
22.1% lower
than the US average
2.7% lower
than the Iowa average
Lamont (zip 50650), Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 77.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 22.1% lower than the U.S. average and 2.7% higher than the average for Iowa.

Zip 50650 (Lamont, IA)

Housing costs in Lamont?
A typical home costs $125,500, which is 62.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 35.6% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Lamont costs $850 per month, which is 40.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 9.4% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Lamont?
To live comfortably in Lamont (zip 50650), Iowa, a minimum annual income of $24,120 for a family, and $26,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Lamont?
The cost of living in 50650 Lamont, IA is quite low. On average, housing costs are about 15% lower than the national average, making it a great place for those looking to save money on housing expenses. Transportation costs are also lower than the national average, with cars costing approximately 20% less than the national rate. Groceries and restaurant prices are also below average when compared to other parts of the country. All in all, living in 50650 Lamont, IA can be an affordable option for those who want to live comfortably without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesLamontIowaUnited States
  77.980.1100.0
  92.894.4100
  103.6108.2100.0
  31.755.4100.0
  $125,500$194,900$338,100
  101.7%98.5%100.0%
  73.971.4100.0
  91.696.3100.0

   100=National Average

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