Housing · Census ACS 2023
Housing Costs in Iowa
Median home price
$213,300
#46 of 51 · 39% below US median
Median rent
$949/mo
#45 of 51 · 27% below US median
Iowa Housing — FAQ
- What is the median home price in Iowa?
- The median home value in Iowa is $213,300 — 39% below the US median of $351,822 (Census ACS 2023). Iowa ranks #46 of 51 for home prices.
- What is the average rent in Iowa?
- The median gross rent in Iowa is $949 per month — 27% below the US median of $1,300.
- Is Iowa expensive to live in?
- For housing, Iowa ranks #46 of 51 by home price and #45 by rent (1 = most expensive). Use our cost-of-living tools to compare total living costs.
Data source: U.S. Census Bureau — American Community Survey (ACS) 1-Year Estimates. See all states ranked or our methodology.