Zip 52166 (St. Lucas, IA) Cost of Living


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St. Lucas cost of living score
73.1
Less expensive
26.9% lower
than the US average
8.7% lower
than the Iowa average
St. Lucas (zip 52166), Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 73.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 26.9% lower than the U.S. average and 8.7% higher than the average for Iowa.

Zip 52166 (St. Lucas, IA)

Housing costs in St. Lucas?
A typical home costs $96,100, which is 71.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 50.7% less expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in St. Lucas costs $740 per month, which is 48.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 25.7% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford St. Lucas?
To live comfortably in St. Lucas (zip 52166), Iowa, a minimum annual income of $18,360 for a family, and $22,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about St. Lucas?
The cost of living in 52166 St. Lucas, IA is relatively low compared to other areas of the country. The median home value is around $120,000 meaning that residents can find affordable housing options throughout the area. Additionally, groceries and other necessities are also generally cheaper than the national average. Gas prices tend to be on par with the rest of Iowa and rent prices range from extremely affordable to moderately expensive depending on location and amenities. Overall, 52166 St. Lucas, IA is a great place for those looking to live in an area with a low cost of living.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSt. LucasIowaUnited States
  73.180.1100.0
  92.194.4100
  113.0108.2100.0
  27.655.4100.0
  $96,100$194,900$338,100
  100.6%98.5%100.0%
  67.671.4100.0
  87.496.3100.0

   100=National Average

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