Cost of Living in Cerro Gordo County, IA

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

Median Income

$63,149

Median Rent

$812/mo

Median Home

$145,200

Affordability

546

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$734
Property Tax$182
Insurance$48

Total Monthly$964
% of Income18.3%

Renting

Median Rent$812
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$837
% of Income15.4%

Living in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa

Cerro Gordo County has a median household income of $63,149 with housing costs that represent 18.3% of income for owners and 15.4% 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.