Housing in Barnum, IA
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$197,969
Barnum vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Barnum is highlighted.
Median Home Value
35th%ilemost expensive$132,500show rank
Median Rent
3rd%ilemost expensive rent$495show rank
Rent Burden
0th%ilehighest rent burden7.1%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$132,500
Median Rent
$495
Total Housing Units
115
Vacancy Rate
7.0%
Owner Occupied
91.6%
Renter Occupied
8.4%
Median Property Tax
$1,694
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,417
Housing Types
Single Family93.0%
Multi-Family6.1%
Mobile Home0.9%
The median home value in Barnum, IA is $132,500. According to Zillow, the home value index for Barnum is $197,969. The median rent is $495 per month (Census ACS). About 91.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1984. There are 115 total housing units.