Cost of Living in Council Bluffs, IA
Population: 62,564 • 2026 Data
$64,092
Median Household Income
-17% vs national
$980
Median Monthly Rent
-27% vs national
$164,300
Median Home Value
-52% vs national
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Council Bluffs
The median home value in Council Bluffs, IA is $164,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $980, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,053.
Rent-to-income ratio: 18.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Council Bluffs, IA is $64,092. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2%, with a labor force of 31,953 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.