Zip 51558 (Moorhead, IA) Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Monona County / Moorhead / Moorhead (zip 51558)

Moorhead cost of living score
73.2
Less expensive
26.8% lower
than the US average
8.6% lower
than the Iowa average
Moorhead (zip 51558), Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 73.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 26.8% lower than the U.S. average and 8.6% higher than the average for Iowa.

Zip 51558 (Moorhead, IA)

Housing costs in Moorhead?
A typical home costs $123,400, which is 63.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 36.7% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Moorhead costs $970 per month, which is 32.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 4.1% more than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Moorhead?
To live comfortably in Moorhead (zip 51558), Iowa, a minimum annual income of $23,760 for a family, and $29,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Moorhead?
The cost of living in 51558 Moorhead, IA is generally considered to be lower than the US average in many areas. Housing costs are considerably lower than the average, with a median home costing approximately $95,000. The cost of food is also relatively low, and other everyday expenses including transportation and utilities are also below the US average. Overall, living in Moorhead is affordable and can be an attractive option for those looking to keep their budget in check.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMoorheadIowaUnited States
  73.280.1100.0
  91.994.4100
  118.4108.2100.0
  24.855.4100.0
  $123,400$194,900$338,100
  97.6%98.5%100.0%
  71.471.4100.0
  83.196.3100.0

   100=National Average

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