Average Rent in Audubon County, IA↑ Rents rising 1.7% YoY🔻 4th cheapest in IA
HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 5,622
Market Overview
Audubon County, IA has rental prices ranging from $646/month to $1,163/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $792/month — 43% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $54,152/year, spending $792/month on a 1-bedroom represents 18% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Audubon County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $877/month, Audubon County ranks #91 most expensive of the 94 cities tracked in Iowa — more affordable than 82% of all US cities in our data.
The Audubon County Rental Market
The Audubon County, IA area has a population of about 5,622 and 24% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Audubon County, IA have risen by $15/month (1.7%) over the past year, from $862 to $877. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Audubon County, IA without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $31,680. The local median household income of $54,152 exceeds that threshold by $22,472, making Audubon County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Audubon County, IA has an unemployment rate of 2.4%, 1.5 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2025Is Audubon County, IA Affordable?
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Affordability Index(30% income rule)
Nearby Cities in IAlargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $990 | $1,052 | $1,261 | $1,675 | — |
| Jasper County | $707 | $711 | $920 | $1,265 | — |
| Des Moines | $954 | $1,017 | $1,216 | $1,632 | — |
| Cedar Rapids | $681 | $757 | $993 | $1,391 | — |
| Iowa City | $816 | $921 | $1,105 | $1,548 | — |
| Waterloo | $684 | $760 | $997 | $1,301 | — |
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