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Cost of living in Ida County, IA

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

Population 6,944 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $669 24%
Federal tax $532 19%
Healthcare $480 18%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $315 12%
Energy $195 7%
State tax $177 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Ida County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$646
per month
1 bedroom
$669
per month
2 bedroom
$877
per month
3 bedroom
$1,057
per month
4 bedroom
$1,163
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Ida County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$62,841
per year
Individual earnings
$42,572
per year
Per capita
$35,471
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Ida County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$108,800
Annual property tax
$1,158

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Ida 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 Ida County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.5%

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 Ida 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 Ida County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.0 min
Drive alone
81.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
9.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Ida County

What it costs to live in Ida County each month.

Single person
$2,738
per month
  • Rent $669
  • Energy $195
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $532
  • State tax $177
Couple
$3,949
per month
  • Rent $877
  • Energy $234
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $698
  • State tax $274
Family
$6,253
per month
  • Rent $1,057
  • Energy $292
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $698
  • State tax $274

Frequently asked questions about Ida County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Ida County?

In Ida County, IA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $669 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 Ida County?

In Ida County, IA, the average household income is $62,841 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $42,572 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Ida County?

The estimated cost of living in Ida County, IA is approximately $2,738 per month for a single person, $3,949 for a couple, $6,253 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Ida County?

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

Is Ida County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Ida County, IA would need approximately $2,738 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $62,841 per year ($5,237 per month). Ida County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Ida County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Ida County, IA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Ida County?

The average home value in Ida County, IA is $108,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,158, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Ida 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