Cost of Living in Dubuque County, IA

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

Median Income

$73,495

Median Rent

$912/mo

Median Home

$210,300

Affordability

448

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,063
Property Tax$235
Insurance$70

Total Monthly$1,368
% of Income22.3%

Renting

Median Rent$912
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$937
% of Income14.9%

Living in Dubuque County, Iowa

Dubuque County has a median household income of $73,495 with housing costs that represent 22.3% of income for owners and 14.9% 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.