Cost of Living in Carroll County, IA

What does it cost to live in Carroll County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$68,041

Median Rent

$697/mo

Median Home

$162,000

Affordability

556

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$819
Property Tax$147
Insurance$54

Total Monthly$1,020
% of Income18%

Renting

Median Rent$697
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$722
% of Income12.3%

Living in Carroll County, Iowa

Carroll County has a median household income of $68,041 with housing costs that represent 18% of income for owners and 12.3% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.