Black Hawk County, Iowa Housing Market
In Black Hawk County, Iowa, the median home value is $188,900, with a median monthly rent of $989. This places Black Hawk County at #1533 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #26 within Iowa.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,153
- Establishments: 3,838
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 165
- Multi-family: 323
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 51,866 (avg $78,309)
- Outflow: 49,925 (avg $79,638)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Black Hawk County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 50670 | 291.5 | +22.10% | 2025 |
| 2 | 50669 | 235.6 | +4.87% | 2025 |
| 3 | 50648 | 246.4 | +8.50% | 2025 |
| 4 | 50707 | 251.5 | +7.87% | 2025 |
| 5 | 50643 | 215.1 | +5.39% | 2025 |
| 6 | 50703 | 216.0 | +6.06% | 2025 |
| 7 | 50702 | 217.0 | +1.29% | 2025 |
| 8 | 50613 | 212.4 | +1.42% | 2025 |
| 9 | 50701 | 206.4 | +1.52% | 2025 |
| 10 | 50675 | 183.2 | — | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Black Hawk County | Iowa Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $188,900 | $171,037 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $989 | $832 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 66.2% | 75.8% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 15.9 | 17.0 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Black Hawk County is 10.4% above the Iowa state average and 17.0% below the U.S. national average. The median rent of $989/month is 18.9% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 15.9, the buy-vs-rent decision in Black Hawk County is balanced. Whether buying or renting makes more sense depends on your time horizon, down payment capacity, and local market conditions.
Black Hawk County has an owner-occupancy rate of 66.2%, compared to 75.8% in Iowa and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boone County | Arkansas | $188,900 | $733 |
| Kalkaska County | Michigan | $188,900 | $853 |
| Coos County | New Hampshire | $188,900 | $876 |
| Craig County | Virginia | $189,000 | $713 |
| Petersburg city | Virginia | $189,000 | $1,174 |
Other Counties in Iowa
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jasper County | $186,300 | $836 | 72.3% |
| Jones County | $184,800 | $784 | 80.6% |
| Iowa County | $193,900 | $686 | 76.6% |
| Woodbury County | $183,200 | $981 | 68.2% |
| Chickasaw County | $182,600 | $738 | 80.9% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).