Cost of Living in Dumont, IA

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21%
Overall NAT. AVG.
5%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
60%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Dumont Iowa National
Cost of living7989100
Groceries9597100
Health care9596100
Housing4074100
Transportation9697100
Utilities9595100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9595100
Household Items9897100
Education & Childcare9894100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Dumont is 11% lower than the Iowa average
  • The cost of living in Dumont is 21% lower than the national average
  • Dumont housing is 60% lower than the national average
  • Iowa general sales tax is 18% higher than the national average
  • Iowa state income tax is 69% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$61,954$5,163$1,445$1,859
      Renters$0$0$0$0

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      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Iowa 6% 7%

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      Iowa 4.4% 6%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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