Cost of Living in Melcher-Dallas, IA

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20%
Overall NAT. AVG.
4%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
54%
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 Melcher-Dallas Iowa National
Cost of living8089100
Groceries9697100
Health care9496100
Housing4674100
Transportation9697100
Utilities9295100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9895100
Household Items9997100
Education & Childcare9194100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Melcher-Dallas is 10% lower than the Iowa average
  • The cost of living in Melcher-Dallas is 20% lower than the national average
  • Melcher-Dallas housing is 54% 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$68,828$5,736$1,606$2,065
      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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