Investor-grade market analytics for Iowa City, Iowa. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through July 2026.
$304,707
+3.6% year-over-year
5.4%
gross annual
+3.5%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+3.5% year-over-year
38/100
LowNet migration: Bottom 7% nationally
In-migrants avg $54,761 AGI vs out-migrants $64,986
Opportunity Zone Market
3 ZIP codes in Iowa City are designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (IRC 1400Z-2), eligible for capital gains tax deferral on qualifying investments. Learn more →
Iowa City, IA shows steady growth at 3.6% year-over-year appreciation, reflecting balanced market conditions with moderate demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 4.11x, below the national average of 4.8x. Climate risk remains low (38/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 5.38% is moderate, offering acceptable cash flow for leveraged investments.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Iowa City, IA's primary climate exposure is wind storms (80/100). The composite climate risk score of 38/100 (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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