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What Is the Average Rent in Buena Vista County, Iowa?

$894/month 7.1%vs 2023 ($835)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Buena Vista County, Iowa is $894/month (±$53), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $159,500 (±$10,332), and the median household income is $71,719/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Buena Vista County, Iowa and Neighbouring Counties

Pocahontas: $832Sac: $722Clay: $811Cherokee: $758Buena Vista County: $894$832$722$811$758$894

Housing Metrics for Buena Vista County, Iowa

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$894
Median Home Value$159,500
Median Household Income$71,719
Total Housing Units7,546
Renter-Occupied Units2,021
Renter-Occupied Share27%
Households Paying 50%+ Income298 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$478+0.0%
1 BR$812+0.0%
2 BR$934+0.0%
3 BR$1,044+0.0%
4 BR$1,134+0.0%

How does Buena Vista County, Iowa compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Iowa.

Higher rent than 79% of counties in Iowa · 22th of 99

Cheapest: Palo Alto County($638)
Priciest: Dallas County($1,311)
#CountyValue
1Dallas County$1,311
2Polk County$1,149
3Johnson County$1,122
… 18 more …
22Buena Vista County(you are here)$894
… 74 more …
97Palo Alto County$638
98Van Buren County$622
99Decatur County$611

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Buena Vista County, Iowa?

The median gross rent in Buena Vista County, Iowa is $894/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in Buena Vista County, Iowa?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Buena Vista County, Iowa is $934/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$28. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in Buena Vista County, Iowa?

The median home value in Buena Vista County, Iowa is $159,500 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

What percentage of renters in Buena Vista County are rent-burdened?

In Buena Vista County, Iowa, 298 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.

What is the median household income in Buena Vista County, Iowa?

The median household income in Buena Vista County, Iowa is $71,719/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?

The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $894 has a margin of error of ±$53. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau. Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, public domain.