Cost of Living in Mitchell County, IA

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

Median Income

$66,056

Median Rent

$720/mo

Median Home

$149,200

Affordability

578

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$754
Property Tax$149
Insurance$50

Total Monthly$953
% of Income17.3%

Renting

Median Rent$720
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$745
% of Income13.1%

Living in Mitchell County, Iowa

Mitchell County has a median household income of $66,056 with housing costs that represent 17.3% of income for owners and 13.1% 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.