Rental GuideCouncil Bluffs, IA

Council Bluffs rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,185

Year Over Year Change

-2%

$30

Rentals available, last 30 days

Rent ranges for Council Bluffs apartments

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$2,251 - $3,000

15%

$1,501 - $2,250

10%

$751 - $1,500

68%

$0 - $750

15%

10%

68%

How has rent in Council Bluffs, IA changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Council Bluffs, IA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,185, which is a 2.14% decrease year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Council Bluffs, IA is about $895. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Council Bluffs, IA is $1,185, and studios are about $1,015 per month.

See more Council Bluffs, IA rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Council Bluffs, IA?

schools

8,784

students

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Who lives in Council Bluffs, IA?

Gender

49% Male

51% Female

Age Range

0-19

25%

20-34

19%

35-44

12%

45-64

25%

65+

16%

Language

English

91%

Spanish

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

12%

High School

56%

Bachelor's

24%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Council Bluffs, IA?

Families

44% Families

56% Single

Property

37% Renters

63% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

20%

25-50k

25%

50-75k

20%

75-100k

13%

100-150k

12%

150k+

How do residents get around Council Bluffs, IA?

Council Bluffs locals spend about 19 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Council Bluffs is through Kansas City International Airport, 148.46 miles away.

Walking

5/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

5/10

More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

9/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

0/10

FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Scores for Council Bluffs are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

What is the cost of living in Council Bluffs, IA?

The overall cost of living in Council Bluffs, IA is 8% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Council Bluffs you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $3.22 per carton, and milk $4.87. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $152 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

CATEGORY	AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE
Goods & Services	2% lower
Groceries	1% lower
Utilities	16% lower
Transportation	6% lower
Health	6% lower

CATEGORY

Goods & Services