How many renters in University Heights, IA pay more than 30% of their income on rent?
60.0% (±16.0 points) of renting households in University Heights, IA spend 30% or more of their household income on gross rent (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
47.8% spend 35% or more.
The median renting household spends 34.1% of its income on rent.
Figures last updated on .
- Paying 30% or more
- 60.0% (±16.0 points)
- Paying 35% or more
- 47.8% (±13.3 points)
- Median share of income
- 34.1% (±5.0 points)
Rent as a share of income in University Heights
| Share of income spent on rent | University Heights | Johnson County | Iowa | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 15% | 10.2% (±7.1 points) | 11.7% | 17.1% | 12.6% |
| 15% to 19.9% | 14.6% (±8.8 points) | 12.4% | 14.6% | 12.2% |
| 20% to 24.9% | 8.3% (±8.6 points) | 11.5% | 12.8% | 12.6% |
| 25% to 29.9% | 6.8% (±6.4 points) | 8.1% | 11.6% | 11.5% |
| 30% to 34.9% | 12.2% (±8.9 points) | 10.0% | 8.7% | 9.2% |
| 35% or more | 47.8% (±13.3 points) | 46.3% | 35.2% | 41.9% |
Households whose income could not be measured against their rent (for example, those reporting no income) are left out of these shares, as the Census Bureau leaves them out.
University Heights against Johnson County, its state and the nation
| University Heights | Johnson County | Iowa | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paying 30% or more | 60.0% (±16.0 points) | 56.3% (±3.4 points) | 43.9% (±0.8 points) | 51.1% |
| Paying 35% or more | 47.8% (±13.3 points) | 46.3% (±2.9 points) | 35.2% (±0.6 points) | 41.9% |
| Median share of income | 34.1% (±5.0 points) | 33.1% (±1.4 points) | 27.4% (±0.3 points) | 30.6% |
| Median renter household income | $51,685 (±$19,183) | $39,683 (±$2,715) | $43,297 (±$758) | $52,966 |
| Median gross rent | $1,588 (±$171) | $1,122 (±$24) | $972 (±$6) | $1,413 |
In University Heights, the share of renters paying 30% or more of income is not measurably different from Johnson County (56.3%).
It is also higher than in Iowa (43.9%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (51.1%).
In Johnson County, University Heights ranks 2 of 11 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest share of renters paying 30% or more of income.
Statewide, it ranks 138 of 895.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Renters paying 30% or more of income in places near University Heights
| Place | Distance | Renters paying 30% or more of income | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Heights | — | 60.0% (±16.0 points) | — |
| Iowa City | 1.4 mi | 61.9% (±4.1 points) | Not measurably different |
| Coralville | 3.6 mi | 55.1% (±8.1 points) | Not measurably different |
| Tiffin | 6.0 mi | 22.6% (±19.3 points) | Lower |
| North Liberty | 6.7 mi | 37.7% (±11.3 points) | Lower |
| Hills | 6.9 mi | 36.7% (±18.0 points) | Not measurably different |
| Solon | 11 mi | 59.2% (±20.2 points) | Not measurably different |
| West Branch | 11 mi | 43.4% (±24.8 points) | Not measurably different |
| Riverside | 12 mi | 7.1% (±30.2 points) | Lower |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Tiffin, IA (22.6%), North Liberty, IA (37.7%), Riverside, IA (7.1%).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Renters paying 30% or more of income across Johnson County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Renters paying 30% or more of income |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iowa City | 61.9% (±4.1 points) |
| 2 | University Heights | 60.0% (±16.0 points) |
| 3 | Swisher | 59.7% (±30.9 points) |
| 4 | Oxford | 59.3% (±42.7 points) |
| 5 | Solon | 59.2% (±20.2 points) |
| 6 | Coralville | 55.1% (±8.1 points) |
| 7 | Lone Tree | 46.8% (±19.4 points) |
| 8 | North Liberty | 37.7% (±11.3 points) |
Showing 8 of 11 places in Johnson County, ranked from highest to lowest.
Survey years: 2020–2024 (American Community Survey 5-year estimates).
Margins of error are at the 90% confidence level.
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Questions about University Heights
Are renters in University Heights rent-burdened?
60.0% of renting households in University Heights pay 30% or more of their income in gross rent, the share housing researchers usually call rent-burdened (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
What share of income do renters in University Heights spend on rent?
The median renting household in University Heights, IA spends 34.1% (±5.0 points) of its household income on gross rent.
Sources
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — University Heights city, Iowa
- Median Gross Rent as a Percentage of Household Income (B25071), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — University Heights city, Iowa
- Median Household Income by Tenure (B25119), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — University Heights city, Iowa
To check these figures in the Census Bureau’s own API, request the variables below from the 2024 ACS 5-year data profile (acs/acs5/profile) and detailed tables (acs/acs5) for University Heights city, Iowa (place:79770, in state:19).
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DP04_0136E, DP04_0136M, DP04_0137PE, DP04_0137PM, DP04_0138PE, DP04_0138PM, DP04_0139PE, DP04_0139PM, DP04_0140PE, DP04_0140PM, DP04_0141PE, DP04_0141PM, DP04_0142PE, DP04_0142PM, B25071_001E, B25071_001M, B25119_003E, B25119_003M
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