Cost of Living in Wapello County, IA

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

Median Income

$56,209

Median Rent

$909/mo

Median Home

$105,800

Affordability

648

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$535
Property Tax$153
Insurance$35

Total Monthly$723
% of Income15.4%

Renting

Median Rent$909
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$934
% of Income19.4%

Living in Wapello County, Iowa

Wapello County has a median household income of $56,209 with housing costs that represent 15.4% of income for owners and 19.4% 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.