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Cost of living in Appanoose County, IA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,624/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 12,242 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $668 25%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $444 17%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $315 12%
Energy $195 7%
State tax $152 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Appanoose County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$646
per month
1 bedroom
$668
per month
2 bedroom
$877
per month
3 bedroom
$1,057
per month
4 bedroom
$1,268
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Appanoose County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$51,146
per year
Individual earnings
$37,208
per year
Per capita
$28,911
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Appanoose County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$119,800
Annual property tax
$1,501

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Appanoose County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$134
per month · 15.8¢/kWh
Natural gas
$61
per month
Annual total
$2,340
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Appanoose County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.7%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Appanoose County

State and local tax rates for Iowa.

State income tax
5.7%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
6.0%
Combined sales tax
6.9%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Appanoose County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.3 min
Drive alone
79.3%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
6.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Appanoose County

What it costs to live in Appanoose County each month.

Single person
$2,624
per month
  • Rent $668
  • Energy $195
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $444
  • State tax $152
Couple
$3,704
per month
  • Rent $877
  • Energy $234
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $509
  • State tax $218
Family
$6,008
per month
  • Rent $1,057
  • Energy $292
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $509
  • State tax $218

Frequently asked questions about Appanoose County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Appanoose County?

In Appanoose County, IA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $668 per month, a two-bedroom averages $877 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,057 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Appanoose County?

In Appanoose County, IA, the average household income is $51,146 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,208 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Appanoose County?

The estimated cost of living in Appanoose County, IA is approximately $2,624 per month for a single person, $3,704 for a couple, $6,008 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Appanoose County?

The combined sales tax rate in Appanoose County, IA is 6.94%, which includes the Iowa state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 0.94%.

Is Appanoose County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Appanoose County, IA would need approximately $2,624 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $51,146 per year ($4,262 per month). Appanoose County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Appanoose County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Appanoose County, IA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Appanoose County?

The average home value in Appanoose County, IA is $119,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,501, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Appanoose County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources