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Cost of Living in Columbus City, IA

Population: 306 | Iowa

80
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Columbus City is 20% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
34
Home Values
91
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Columbus City, IA: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 80, Columbus City, IA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 20% cheaper than the national average and 9% above the Iowa state average of 71. Columbus City is a small community of 306 residents.

The median household income in Columbus City is $82,500, which is 10% higher than the national median of $75,149.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.

Income

Median Household Income
$82,500
vs US Median ($75,149)
+10%

Housing

Median Home Value
$104,400
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$771/mo

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