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Cost of Living in Moscow, IA

Population: 494 | Iowa

90
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Moscow is 10% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
71
Home Values
91
Regional Price

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

With a cost of living index of 90, Moscow, IA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 10% cheaper than the national average and 18% above the Iowa state average of 71. Moscow is a small community of 494 residents.

The median household income in Moscow is $120,489, which is 60% higher than the national median of $75,149.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Moscow. The area sees an average annual temperature of 51°F, with summers averaging 74°F and winters around 26°F. Annual rainfall totals 35.7 inches spread over roughly 115 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

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
$120,489
vs US Median ($75,149)
+60%

Housing

Median Home Value
$216,200
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$1,101/mo

Climate in Moscow

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

51°F
Avg Temperature
35.7"
Rainfall / Year
115d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 31 36 50 63 73 83 86 84 78 64 49 36
Avg °F 23 27 40 51 63 72 76 74 66 53 40 28
Low °F 15 19 30 40 52 62 66 63 54 42 30 20
Rain" 1.0 1.2 2.2 3.8 4.5 5.3 3.9 3.9 3.2 3.0 2.2 1.5

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