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Cost of living in Calhoun County, IA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,685/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,858 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $688 26%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $476 18%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $315 12%
Energy $195 7%
State tax $161 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Calhoun County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$646
per month
1 bedroom
$688
per month
2 bedroom
$877
per month
3 bedroom
$1,108
per month
4 bedroom
$1,163
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Calhoun County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$66,875
per year
Individual earnings
$39,147
per year
Per capita
$36,086
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Calhoun County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$114,400
Annual property tax
$1,506

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Calhoun 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 Calhoun County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
3.0%

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 Calhoun 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 Calhoun County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.4 min
Drive alone
78.1%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
7.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Calhoun County

What it costs to live in Calhoun County each month.

Single person
$2,685
per month
  • Rent $688
  • Energy $195
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $476
  • State tax $161
Couple
$4,034
per month
  • Rent $877
  • Energy $234
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $764
  • State tax $293
Family
$6,389
per month
  • Rent $1,108
  • Energy $292
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $764
  • State tax $293

Frequently asked questions about Calhoun County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Calhoun County?

In Calhoun County, IA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $688 per month, a two-bedroom averages $877 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,108 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Calhoun County?

In Calhoun County, IA, the average household income is $66,875 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,147 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Calhoun County?

The estimated cost of living in Calhoun County, IA is approximately $2,685 per month for a single person, $4,034 for a couple, $6,389 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Calhoun County?

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

Is Calhoun County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Calhoun County, IA would need approximately $2,685 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $66,875 per year ($5,573 per month). Calhoun County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Calhoun County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Calhoun County, IA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 3.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Calhoun County?

The average home value in Calhoun County, IA is $114,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,506, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Calhoun 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