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Cost of living in Crawford County, IA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,738/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 16,289 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $759 28%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $462 17%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $315 12%
Energy $195 7%
State tax $157 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Crawford County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$646
per month
1 bedroom
$759
per month
2 bedroom
$877
per month
3 bedroom
$1,160
per month
4 bedroom
$1,418
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Crawford County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$65,039
per year
Individual earnings
$38,316
per year
Per capita
$32,731
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Crawford County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$136,300
Annual property tax
$1,799

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Crawford 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 Crawford County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.6%

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 Crawford 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 Crawford County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.9 min
Drive alone
76.7%
Public transit
2.8%
Work from home
6.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Crawford County

What it costs to live in Crawford County each month.

Single person
$2,738
per month
  • Rent $759
  • Energy $195
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $462
  • State tax $157
Couple
$3,995
per month
  • Rent $877
  • Energy $234
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $734
  • State tax $284
Family
$6,402
per month
  • Rent $1,160
  • Energy $292
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $734
  • State tax $284

Frequently asked questions about Crawford County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Crawford County?

In Crawford County, IA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $759 per month, a two-bedroom averages $877 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,160 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Crawford County?

In Crawford County, IA, the average household income is $65,039 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,316 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Crawford County?

The estimated cost of living in Crawford County, IA is approximately $2,738 per month for a single person, $3,995 for a couple, $6,402 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Crawford County?

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

Is Crawford County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Crawford County, IA would need approximately $2,738 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $65,039 per year ($5,420 per month). Crawford County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Crawford County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Crawford County, IA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Crawford County?

The average home value in Crawford County, IA is $136,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,799, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Crawford 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