Zip 52072 (Saint Olaf, IA) Cost of Living


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Clayton County / Saint Olaf / Saint Olaf (zip 52072)

Saint Olaf cost of living score
76.7
Less expensive
23.3% lower
than the US average
4.2% lower
than the Iowa average
Saint Olaf (zip 52072), Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 76.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 23.3% lower than the U.S. average and 4.2% higher than the average for Iowa.

Zip 52072 (Saint Olaf, IA)

Housing costs in Saint Olaf?
A typical home costs $187,500, which is 44.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 3.8% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Saint Olaf costs $780 per month, which is 45.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 19.2% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Saint Olaf?
To live comfortably in Saint Olaf (zip 52072), Iowa, a minimum annual income of $36,000 for a family, and $23,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Saint Olaf?
The cost of living in 52072 Saint Olaf, IA is considered to be relatively inexpensive when compared to other areas in the region. The median home price in the area is around $97,000 which is quite affordable for most families. Additionally, the area boasts some of the lowest utility costs in the state with an average monthly bill for electricity and gas being under $100. Grocery costs are also below national averages, allowing residents to stretch their budget even further. With all these factors combined, it's easy to see why 52072 Saint Olaf is a great place to live on a budget.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSaint OlafIowaUnited States
  76.780.1100.0
  95.294.4100
  105.2108.2100.0
  45.955.4100.0
  $187,500$194,900$338,100
  102.3%98.5%100.0%
  72.571.4100.0
  85.996.3100.0

   100=National Average

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