Cost of Living in Hardin County, IA

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

Median Income

$64,656

Median Rent

$752/mo

Median Home

$109,300

Affordability

750

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$553
Property Tax$129
Insurance$36

Total Monthly$718
% of Income13.3%

Renting

Median Rent$752
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$777
% of Income14%

Living in Hardin County, Iowa

Hardin County has a median household income of $64,656 with housing costs that represent 13.3% of income for owners and 14% 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.