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Cost of living in Keokuk County, IA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,764/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,964 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $742 27%
Federal tax $495 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $315 11%
Energy $195 7%
State tax $167 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Keokuk County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$646
per month
1 bedroom
$742
per month
2 bedroom
$877
per month
3 bedroom
$1,110
per month
4 bedroom
$1,163
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Keokuk County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$60,856
per year
Individual earnings
$40,355
per year
Per capita
$33,181
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Keokuk County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$112,200
Annual property tax
$1,491

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Keokuk 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 Keokuk County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
3.3%

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 Keokuk 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 Keokuk County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.6 min
Drive alone
79.6%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
8.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Keokuk County

What it costs to live in Keokuk County each month.

Single person
$2,764
per month
  • Rent $742
  • Energy $195
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $495
  • State tax $167
Couple
$3,907
per month
  • Rent $877
  • Energy $234
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $666
  • State tax $264
Family
$6,264
per month
  • Rent $1,110
  • Energy $292
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $666
  • State tax $264

Frequently asked questions about Keokuk County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Keokuk County?

In Keokuk County, IA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $742 per month, a two-bedroom averages $877 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,110 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Keokuk County?

In Keokuk County, IA, the average household income is $60,856 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,355 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Keokuk County?

The estimated cost of living in Keokuk County, IA is approximately $2,764 per month for a single person, $3,907 for a couple, $6,264 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Keokuk County?

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

Is Keokuk County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Keokuk County, IA would need approximately $2,764 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $60,856 per year ($5,071 per month). Keokuk County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Keokuk County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Keokuk County, IA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 3.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Keokuk County?

The average home value in Keokuk County, IA is $112,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,491, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Keokuk 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