Special Interest
Housing in Johnson County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Johnson County averages $1,122/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Iowa median of $972 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 34% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Johnson County FMR Area are $946 for a studio, $1,033 for 1‑bedroom, $1,226 for 2‑bedroom, $1,705 for 3‑bedroom, and $2,057 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $104 increase for a 2-bedroom in Johnson County shows a 9% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Johnson County was 2.4% in 2024, compared to Iowa at 3.0% and the national rate of 4.0%.
