Johnson County, Iowa Housing Market
In Johnson County, Iowa, the median home value is $308,600, with a median monthly rent of $1,122. This places Johnson County at #580 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #2 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: $1,043
- Establishments: 4,995
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 513
- Multi-family: 728
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 60,212 (avg $101,065)
- Outflow: 56,822 (avg $102,843)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Johnson County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 52755 | 237.9 | — | 2025 |
| 2 | 52338 | 231.9 | -0.54% | 2025 |
| 3 | 52227 | 225.4 | +8.20% | 2025 |
| 4 | 52317 | 212.5 | -2.01% | 2025 |
| 5 | 52246 | 217.6 | +6.71% | 2025 |
| 6 | 52245 | 224.0 | +6.34% | 2025 |
| 7 | 52240 | 227.2 | +5.68% | 2025 |
| 8 | 52327 | 212.7 | +11.22% | 2025 |
| 9 | 52404 | 193.5 | +1.38% | 2025 |
| 10 | 52241 | 208.7 | +4.58% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Johnson County | Iowa Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $308,600 | $171,037 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,122 | $832 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 59.4% | 75.8% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 22.9 | 17.0 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Johnson County is 80.4% above the Iowa state average and 35.5% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,122/month is 34.9% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 22.9, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Johnson County has an owner-occupancy rate of 59.4%, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northampton County | Pennsylvania | $308,600 | $1,395 |
| Beaverhead County | Montana | $308,300 | $837 |
| McHenry County | Illinois | $308,100 | $1,401 |
| Lumpkin County | Georgia | $307,900 | $1,142 |
| Douglas County | Kansas | $309,400 | $1,099 |
Other Counties in Iowa
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dickinson County | $270,700 | $922 | 77.5% |
| Warren County | $269,600 | $973 | 82.3% |
| Polk County | $262,100 | $1,149 | 67.4% |
| Dallas County | $355,600 | $1,311 | 69.0% |
| Winneshiek County | $259,200 | $861 | 74.2% |
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).