Cost of Living in St. Lucas, IA
Population: 186 | Iowa
St. Lucas is 19% less expensive than the national average.
Cost of Living in St. Lucas, IA: What You Need to Know
With a cost of living index of 81, St. Lucas, IA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 19% cheaper than the national average and 10% above the Iowa state average of 71. St. Lucas is a small community of 186 residents.
The median household income in St. Lucas is $75,000, which is 0% higher than the national median of $75,149.
Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to St. Lucas. The area sees an average annual temperature of 49°F, with summers averaging 73°F and winters around 23°F. Annual rainfall totals 36.3 inches spread over roughly 114 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
- $75,000
- vs US Median ($75,149)
- +-0%
Housing
- Median Home Value
- $112,500
- Median Monthly Housing Cost
- $921/mo
Climate in St. Lucas
NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 28 | 33 | 47 | 61 | 73 | 82 | 85 | 83 | 77 | 63 | 47 | 34 |
| Avg °F | 19 | 24 | 37 | 49 | 62 | 72 | 75 | 72 | 65 | 52 | 37 | 25 |
| Low °F | 11 | 15 | 27 | 38 | 50 | 61 | 64 | 61 | 52 | 40 | 28 | 17 |
| Rain" | 1.1 | 1.1 | 2.0 | 4.0 | 4.6 | 5.7 | 4.3 | 4.2 | 3.1 | 2.8 | 1.9 | 1.4 |