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Cost of living in Kossuth County, IA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,749/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 14,610 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $693 25%
Federal tax $522 19%
Healthcare $480 17%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $315 11%
Energy $195 7%
State tax $174 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Kossuth County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$646
per month
1 bedroom
$693
per month
2 bedroom
$877
per month
3 bedroom
$1,057
per month
4 bedroom
$1,209
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Kossuth County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$65,656
per year
Individual earnings
$41,961
per year
Per capita
$37,180
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Kossuth County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$135,100
Annual property tax
$1,437

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Kossuth 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 Kossuth County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
3.9%

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 Kossuth 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 Kossuth County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.1 min
Drive alone
78.2%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
7.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Kossuth County

What it costs to live in Kossuth County each month.

Single person
$2,749
per month
  • Rent $693
  • Energy $195
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $522
  • State tax $174
Couple
$4,008
per month
  • Rent $877
  • Energy $234
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $744
  • State tax $287
Family
$6,312
per month
  • Rent $1,057
  • Energy $292
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $744
  • State tax $287

Frequently asked questions about Kossuth County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Kossuth County?

In Kossuth County, IA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $693 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 Kossuth County?

In Kossuth County, IA, the average household income is $65,656 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,961 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Kossuth County?

The estimated cost of living in Kossuth County, IA is approximately $2,749 per month for a single person, $4,008 for a couple, $6,312 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Kossuth County?

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

Is Kossuth County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Kossuth County, IA would need approximately $2,749 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $65,656 per year ($5,471 per month). Kossuth County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Kossuth County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Kossuth County, IA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 3.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Kossuth County?

The average home value in Kossuth County, IA is $135,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,437, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Kossuth 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