Average Rent in Iowa by City and ZIP (2026)
Across 69 Iowa ZIP codes with data, typical asking rent runs from $724 to $2,104, with a statewide median of $1,218. Data as of June 2026.
Iowa cities with rent data
| City | Median rent | Range | ZIP codes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | $1,083 | $908 to $1,325 | 10 |
| Davenport | $1,019 | $780 to $1,381 | 6 |
| Cedar Rapids | $1,256 | $1,205 to $1,469 | 5 |
| Iowa City | $1,307 | $1,234 to $1,468 | 3 |
| Waterloo | $906 | $860 to $937 | 3 |
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