Cost of Living in Humboldt County, IA

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

Median Income

$66,617

Median Rent

$662/mo

Median Home

$134,300

Affordability

630

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$679
Property Tax$157
Insurance$45

Total Monthly$881
% of Income15.9%

Renting

Median Rent$662
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$687
% of Income11.9%

Living in Humboldt County, Iowa

Humboldt County has a median household income of $66,617 with housing costs that represent 15.9% of income for owners and 11.9% 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.