Living in University Heights, Iowa
Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of University Heights · Census data 2020–2024
University Heights has 1,384 residents with a median age of 27.6. The median household income is $111,406 (48% higher than the Iowa median), the median home value is $429,900, the median rent is $1,588/month.
University Heights is a small town, so Census survey estimates have wide margins of error. Treat percentages as approximate.
University Heights at a glance
- Population
- 1,384
- Median age
- 27.6State: 38.6
- Median household income
- $111,406State: $75,059
- Median home value
- $429,900State: $208,000
- Median rent
- $1,588/moState: $972
- Homeowners
- 54.9%
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 87.1%
- Average commute
- 16 min
Is University Heights a good place to live?
Pros: Median household income 48% higher than the Iowa median; an average commute of 16 minutes; unemployment of 1.1%.
Cons: Home values 107% higher than the state median; a poverty rate of 14.5%.
The weather is best in May and July to September.
Cost of living in University Heights
Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In University Heights the median home value is $429,900, 29% higher than the U.S. median. Renters pay a median of $1,588 per month, which is 34.1% of household income. Homeowners with a mortgage pay $2,605 a month in housing costs.
University Heights median household income
The median household income in University Heights is $111,406 and the income per person is $55,559. 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line (Iowa: 11.1%).
Housing in University Heights: homes for sale and rent
- Housing units
- 649
- Owner-occupied
- 54.9%
- Renter-occupied
- 45.1%
- Vacant
- 15.6%Includes seasonal homes
- Median year built
- 1965
- Average household size
- 2.53
University Heights demographics
- Population
- 1,384
- Median age
- 27.6
- Under 18
- 22.8%
- 65 and older
- 9%
- Households
- 548
- Foreign-born
- 5.3%
- Veterans
- 3.4%Adults 18+
Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of University Heights ›
Education in University Heights
87.1% of adults 25 and older in University Heights have a bachelor's degree or higher (Iowa: 31.4%), and 51.6% have a graduate or professional degree.
Jobs and commute in University Heights
- Unemployment rate
- 1.1%State: 3.6%
- Average commute
- 16 minState: 20 min
- Work from home
- 20%
- Drive alone
- 33.8%
- Public transit
- 3.1%
- Walk to work
- 30.5%
- Homes with broadband
- 95.3%
University Heights vs nearby towns
| Town | Population | Median income | Home value | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Heights | 1,384 | $111,406 | $429,900 | $1,588 |
| Iowa City | 75,752 | $58,546 | $285,900 | $1,094 |
| Coralville | 23,234 | $69,144 | $298,500 | $1,057 |
| Tiffin | 5,737 | $100,952 | $338,500 | $1,224 |
| North Liberty | 21,125 | $102,102 | $303,800 | $1,246 |
| Hills | 974 | $83,333 | $240,200 | $1,132 |
| Frytown | 113 | $104,911 | — | — |
| Solon | 3,152 | $113,295 | $309,400 | $1,127 |
| West Branch | 2,594 | $92,209 | $216,100 | $1,053 |
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What is the median household income in University Heights, IA?
The median household income in University Heights is $111,406, 48% higher than the Iowa median of $75,059 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
What is the average home price in University Heights?
The median home value in University Heights is $429,900, compared with $208,000 in Iowa.
How much is rent in University Heights?
The median gross rent in University Heights is $1,588 per month, about 34.1% of household income.
Is University Heights, IA a good place to live?
Pluses: median household income 48% higher than the Iowa median; an average commute of 16 minutes; unemployment of 1.1%. Minuses: home values 107% higher than the state median; a poverty rate of 14.5%.
What is the median age in University Heights?
The median age in University Heights is 27.6 years (Iowa: 38.6).
How long is the commute in University Heights?
The average commute to work in University Heights is 16 minutes; 20% of workers work from home.
What is the unemployment rate in University Heights?
The unemployment rate in University Heights is 1.1% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
How educated is University Heights?
87.1% of adults in University Heights have a bachelor's degree or higher.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.
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