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5.7%
State tax rate
$875
Median 2BR rent
3
Walk score
487
Crime /100K
Financial Overview
What does Muscatine actually cost?
Median 2BR rent is $875/mo — about $1,456/mo less than Washington DC.
IA state has a 5.7% state income tax rate.
Your actual purchasing power gain or loss depends on your income, your current state's tax rate, and your housing situation. ZipSage calculates the exact dollar difference for your profile — free.
○ 5.7% state income tax
State income tax rate
5.7%
Median 2BR rent
$875/mo
Median home price
$190,199
Walk Score
3/100 — Car-dependent
Transit Score
22/100
Violent crime rate
487/100K — above national avg
Population
43K
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Veterans & Military
State income tax applies — check military-specific exemptions.
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Cost of Living
Rent well below major metro averages — strong value.
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Walkability
Walk Score 3/100 — Car-dependent. Transit Score 22/100.
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Safety
Crime 487/100K — near national avg.
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