Cost of Living in Urbandale, IA
Population: 46,026 • 2026 Data
$113,086
Median Household Income
+46% vs national
$1,176
Median Monthly Rent
-13% vs national
$318,800
Median Home Value
-6% vs national
2.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Urbandale
The median home value in Urbandale, IA is $318,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,176, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,505.
Rent-to-income ratio: 12.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Urbandale, IA is $113,086. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9%, with a labor force of 24,939 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.