Median home value in zip code 50588 (Storm Lake, IA) is $189,814, up 2.2% year over year. Part of the Storm Lake, IA metropolitan area.

Home Value$189,814

YoY Change

+2.2%

Prices rising — worse for buyers.

Affordability

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Income (annual)

Down Payment

$37,963 on $189,814

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Affordable21.7% of income

Under the 28% guideline.

PITI$1,358

P/I21.7%

Afford$245K

Room+$55K

P&I $960Tax $248Ins $150

6.50% 30yr, 20% down, county tax + IA ins. 28% per HUD.

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Metro Analysis

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