Cost of Living in Union County, IA

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

Median Income

$56,495

Median Rent

$712/mo

Median Home

$113,800

Affordability

612

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$575
Property Tax$156
Insurance$38

Total Monthly$769
% of Income16.3%

Renting

Median Rent$712
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$737
% of Income15.1%

Living in Union County, Iowa

Union County has a median household income of $56,495 with housing costs that represent 16.3% of income for owners and 15.1% 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.