Zip 50157 (Malcom, IA) Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Poweshiek County / Malcom / Malcom (zip 50157)

Malcom cost of living score
79.7
Less expensive
20.3% lower
than the US average
0.5% lower
than the Iowa average
Malcom (zip 50157), Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 79.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 20.3% lower than the U.S. average and 0.5% higher than the average for Iowa.

Zip 50157 (Malcom, IA)

Housing costs in Malcom?
A typical home costs $190,400, which is 43.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 2.3% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Malcom 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 Malcom?
To live comfortably in Malcom (zip 50157), Iowa, a minimum annual income of $36,360 for a family, and $29,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Malcom?
The cost of living in 50157 Malcom, IA is relatively low compared to other cities in the United States. The median home price is $136,200, which is much lower than the national average of $193,500. Additionally, basic necessities like food and utilities are inexpensive, with an average for all expenses being about 12% below the national average. This makes it a great place to live for those looking for a more affordable lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMalcomIowaUnited States
  79.780.1100.0
  93.194.4100
  120.4108.2100.0
  49.355.4100.0
  $190,400$194,900$338,100
  101.9%98.5%100.0%
  73.271.4100.0
  104.596.3100.0

   100=National Average

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