Census ACS 2023 · 42 cities
Most Expensive Cities in Iowa
Housing costs are the single largest expense for most families. In Iowa, Clive city has the highest median home value at $379,000. Across the state's 42 major cities, home values reflect local demand, job markets, school quality, and proximity to amenities. Understanding housing costs city-by-city helps homebuyers and renters find the best value for their budget within Iowa.
Source: Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
| # | City | Home Value | Median Rent | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Des Moines city | $286,300 | $1,194 | $84,925 |
| 2 | Waverly city | $215,200 | $909.00 | $78,429 |
| 3 | Waukee city | $328,200 | $1,290 | $106,728 |
| 4 | Waterloo city | $150,200 | $896.00 | $56,344 |
| 5 | Urbandale city | $318,800 | $1,176 | $113,086 |
| 6 | Storm Lake city | $163,600 | $830.00 | $58,341 |
| 7 | Spencer city | $178,300 | $795.00 | $57,068 |
| 8 | Sioux City city | $162,600 | $936.00 | $65,473 |
| 9 | Pleasant Hill city | $284,100 | $1,204 | $86,890 |
| 10 | Pella city | $259,600 | $1,041 | $81,201 |
| 11 | Ottumwa city | $92,400 | $956.00 | $56,994 |
| 12 | Oskaloosa city | $128,900 | $880.00 | $62,172 |
| 13 | Norwalk city | $275,700 | $869.00 | $94,583 |
| 14 | North Liberty city | $300,000 | $1,226 | $103,933 |
| 15 | Newton city | $151,600 | $828.00 | $56,321 |
| 16 | Muscatine city | $146,900 | $979.00 | $59,332 |
| 17 | Mason City city | $130,000 | $874.00 | $62,369 |
| 18 | Marshalltown city | $117,100 | $864.00 | $68,854 |
| 19 | Marion city | $230,800 | $978.00 | $87,105 |
| 20 | Le Mars city | $202,200 | $908.00 | $72,381 |
| 21 | Johnston city | $346,200 | $1,288 | $103,430 |
| 22 | Iowa City city | $273,600 | $1,094 | $57,533 |
| 23 | Indianola city | $228,100 | $966.00 | $78,125 |
| 24 | Grimes city | $281,000 | $1,156 | $104,497 |
| 25 | Fort Madison city | $95,900 | $824.00 | $49,359 |
| 26 | Fort Dodge city | $128,900 | $764.00 | $61,769 |
| 27 | Dubuque city | $193,100 | $943.00 | $64,985 |
| 28 | Des Moines city | $183,700 | $1,054 | $63,966 |
| 29 | Davenport city | $162,900 | $930.00 | $64,497 |
| 30 | Council Bluffs city | $164,300 | $980.00 | $64,092 |
| 31 | Coralville city | $286,000 | $1,021 | $66,508 |
| 32 | Clive city | $379,000 | $1,099 | $131,082 |
| 33 | Clinton city | $115,400 | $751.00 | $57,493 |
| 34 | Cedar Rapids city | $177,100 | $925.00 | $67,859 |
| 35 | Cedar Falls city | $252,500 | $1,177 | $74,165 |
| 36 | Carroll city | $184,100 | $718.00 | $59,323 |
| 37 | Burlington city | $115,800 | $931.00 | $55,274 |
| 38 | Boone city | $156,400 | $791.00 | $67,269 |
| 39 | Bettendorf city | $295,600 | $1,148 | $102,917 |
| 40 | Ankeny city | $311,300 | $1,279 | $106,603 |
| 41 | Ames city | $263,800 | $1,040 | $60,102 |
| 42 | Altoona city | $257,300 | $1,203 | $87,123 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Clive city is the #1 ranked city in Iowa by median home value, with a value of $379,000 according to Census ACS 2023 data.
Iowa has 42 cities with 10,000+ population tracked in Census ACS 2023 data.
All data comes from the American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-Year estimates by the US Census Bureau.
Data from the American Community Survey 2023 5-Year estimates. Covers cities with populations of 10,000 or more in Iowa.