Cost of Living in Plymouth, IA

With a cost of living index of 66, Plymouth, IA is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 34% cheaper than the national average and 5% below the Iowa state average of 71. Plymouth is a small community of 405 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Plymouth's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $830 (37% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $105,200 (65% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.6x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Plymouth is $66,250, which is 12% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 15% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Plymouth. The area sees an average annual temperature of 45.6°F, with summers averaging 70°F and winters around 19°F. Annual rainfall totals 36.3 inches spread over roughly 116 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.