Cost of Living in Louisa County, IA

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

Median Income

$72,500

Median Rent

$747/mo

Median Home

$125,500

Affordability

738

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$635
Property Tax$142
Insurance$42

Total Monthly$819
% of Income13.6%

Renting

Median Rent$747
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$772
% of Income12.4%

Living in Louisa County, Iowa

Louisa County has a median household income of $72,500 with housing costs that represent 13.6% of income for owners and 12.4% 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.