Investor-grade market analytics for Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$245,444
+3.9% year-over-year
6.1%
gross annual
+3.8%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+3.8% year-over-year
23/100
Very LowNet migration: Bottom 17% nationally
In-migrants avg $57,627 AGI vs out-migrants $57,726
Opportunity Zone Market
6 ZIP codes in Cedar Rapids are designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (IRC 1400Z-2), eligible for capital gains tax deferral on qualifying investments. Learn more →
Cedar Rapids, IA shows steady growth at 3.9% year-over-year appreciation, reflecting balanced market conditions with moderate demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 3.18x, below the national average of 4.8x. Climate risk remains low (23/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 6.11% is strong, making this market attractive for buy-and-hold investors.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Cedar Rapids, IA's primary climate exposure is wind storms (63/100). The composite climate risk score of 23/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
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