Housing by town in Johnson County, Iowa
Johnson County, Iowa has 11 places with Census figures, and its median gross rent is $1,122 (±$24) a month (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
40.6% of its households rent.
The median gross rent was $972 in 2015–2019 (+15.4%; Down after inflation).
University Heights has the highest median gross rent ($1,588) and Lone Tree the lowest ($963).
Figures last updated on .
- Median gross rent
- $1,122 (±$24)
- Households that rent
- 40.6%
- Median household income
- $74,935
- Places
- 11
Cities, towns and townships in Johnson County
| Place | Median gross rent | Households that rent | Median household income | Median home value | Median real estate taxes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coralville | $1,057 | 44.1% | $69,144 | $298,500 | $4,799 |
| Hills | $1,132 | 35.8% | $83,333 | $240,200 | $3,238 |
| Iowa City | $1,094 | 52.8% | $58,546 | $285,900 | $4,838 |
| Lone Tree | $963 | 16.1% | $90,625 | $179,800 | $2,286 |
| North Liberty | $1,246 | 33.1% | $102,102 | $303,800 | $4,321 |
| Oxford | $1,068 | 22.8% | $82,639 | $215,200 | $3,398 |
| Shueyville | — | 0.7% | $123,333 | $574,800 | $8,271 |
| Solon | $1,127 | 20.8% | $113,295 | $309,400 | $4,390 |
| Swisher | $1,114 | 17.5% | $100,577 | $260,300 | $3,972 |
| Tiffin | $1,224 | 19.8% | $100,952 | $338,500 | $5,050 |
| University Heights | $1,588 | 45.1% | $111,406 | $429,900 | $6,380 |
HUD income limits, fiscal year 2026
| Household size | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $25,500 | $42,500 | $68,000 |
| 2 people | $29,150 | $48,600 | $77,700 |
| 3 people | $32,800 | $54,650 | $87,400 |
| 4 people | $36,400 | $60,700 | $97,100 |
| 5 people | $39,350 | $65,600 | $104,900 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $70,450 | $112,650 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $75,300 | $120,450 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $80,150 | $128,200 |
How the places in Johnson County rank across Iowa
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Crime reported to police in Johnson County
| Year | Violent crimes | Violent per 100,000 | Property crimes | Property per 100,000 | Residents served | Departments reporting in full |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 354 | 224 | 2,196 | 1,389 | 158,090 | 5 of 5 |
| 2024 | 348 | 217 | 1,988 | 1,240 | 160,360 | 5 of 5 |
| 2025 | 316 | 196 | 1,876 | 1,166 | 160,956 | 5 of 5 |
In 2025, the police departments that report for Johnson County recorded 316 violent and 1,876 property crimes, 196 and 1,166 per 100,000 residents.
Every department with residents of its own in the county reported every month that year.
The county figure adds up its city and town police, its sheriff and any state police with residents of their own; a university or transit force is left out, because the people it serves are already counted by the town around them.
The FBI asks that these figures not be used to rank places or to judge how safe a neighborhood is.
Police departments in Johnson County, 2025
| Department | Residents served | Violent crimes | Property crimes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa City Police Department | 77,166 | 198 | 1,239 |
| Johnson County Sheriff's Office | 35,958 | 51 | 95 |
| Coralville Police Department | 24,383 | 45 | 457 |
| North Liberty Police Department | 22,270 | 22 | 78 |
| University Heights Police Department | 1,179 | 0 | 7 |
ZIP codes in Johnson County
| ZIP code | Residents | Median gross rent | Median home value | Median household income | Households that rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52240 | 35,074 | $1,047 | $242,300 | $52,960 | 49.9% |
| 52241 | 23,250 | $1,057 | $298,900 | $69,243 | 44.0% |
| 52317 | 23,097 | $1,241 | $322,800 | $105,318 | 30.9% |
| 52245 | 22,853 | $1,262 | $315,100 | $78,020 | 40.4% |
| 52246 | 22,308 | $1,057 | $348,900 | $62,521 | 54.8% |
| 52333 | 7,295 | $1,185 | $366,900 | $118,721 | 13.4% |
| 52340 | 6,128 | $1,224 | $342,800 | $98,393 | 22.7% |
| 52247 | 5,914 | $845 | $298,900 | $91,450 | 28.3% |
| 52242 | 4,688 | — | — | — | 100.0% |
| 52338 | 3,934 | $1,215 | $392,700 | $119,605 | 6.7% |
| 52322 | 2,266 | $965 | $261,100 | $64,444 | 16.7% |
| 52755 | 2,092 | $980 | $242,700 | $102,434 | 17.2% |
| 52235 | 974 | $1,132 | $240,200 | $83,333 | 35.8% |
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Questions about Johnson County
What is the crime rate in Johnson County?
In 2025, the police departments that report for Johnson County recorded 196 violent and 1,166 property crimes per 100,000 residents (316 violent and 1,876 property crimes in all).
Which place in Johnson County has the highest rent?
University Heights has the highest median gross rent, $1,588 (±$171) a month (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Which place in Johnson County has the lowest rent?
Lone Tree has the lowest median gross rent, $963 (±$68) a month.
What is the median rent in Johnson County, Iowa?
The median gross rent in Johnson County is $1,122 (±$24) a month (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Sources
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Johnson County, Iowa
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Johnson County, Iowa
- HUD Income Limits, fiscal year 2026: Iowa City, IA HUD Metro FMR Area
- FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program, Crime Data Explorer
- FBI: Uniform Crime Reporting statistics and their proper use
- US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates for ZIP Code Tabulation Areas
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