Iowa FHA Loan Limits 2026

View FHA loan limits for all 99 counties in Iowa. Select a county below to calculate your FHA monthly payment with local limits applied.

Counties

Lowest Limit

$541,287

Highest Limit

$541,287

High-Cost Areas

About 2026 FHA limits: The national floor is $541,287 and the ceiling is $1,249,125.Iowa has 99 standard-limit counties. Limits are set by HUD based on median home prices.

FHA Loan Limits by County

County	1-Unit	2-Unit	3-Unit	4-Unit	Type
Adair County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Adams County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Allamakee Coun	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Appanoose Coun	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Audubon County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Benton County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Black Hawk Cou	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Boone County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Bremer County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Buchanan Count	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Buena Vista Co	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Butler County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Calhoun County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Carroll County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Cass County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Cedar County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Cerro Gordo Co	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Cherokee Count	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Chickasaw Coun	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Clarke County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Clay County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Clayton County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Clinton County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Crawford Count	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Dallas County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Davis County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Decatur County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Delaware Count	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Des Moines Cou	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Dickinson Coun	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Dubuque County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Emmet County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Fayette County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Floyd County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Franklin Count	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Fremont County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Greene County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Grundy County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Guthrie County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Hamilton Count	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Hancock County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Hardin County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Harrison Count	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Henry County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Howard County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Humboldt Count	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Ida County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Iowa County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Jackson County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Jasper County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Jefferson Coun	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Johnson County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Jones County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Keokuk County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Kossuth County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Lee County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Linn County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Louisa County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Lucas County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Lyon County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Madison County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Mahaska County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Marion County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Marshall Count	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Mills County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Mitchell Count	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Monona County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Monroe County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Montgomery Cou	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Muscatine Coun	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
O'brien County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Osceola County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Page County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Palo Alto Coun	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Plymouth Count	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Pocahontas Cou	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Polk County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Pottawattamie	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Poweshiek Coun	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Ringgold Count	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Sac County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Scott County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Shelby County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Sioux County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Story County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Tama County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Taylor County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Union County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Van Buren Coun	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Wapello County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Warren County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Washington Cou	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Wayne County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Webster County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Winnebago Coun	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Winneshiek Cou	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Woodbury Count	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Worth County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate
Wright County	$541,287	$693,050	$837,700	$1,041,125	Standard	Calculate

Calculate Your FHA Payment in Iowa

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Calculate FHA loan payments including upfront and monthly mortgage insurance premiums.

Data last updated: January 2026

FHA Loan Details

State

County

Home Price$400,000

$50,000$2,000,000

Down Payment3.5% ($14,000)

3.5%30%

Credit Score Range

Interest Rate

FHA rates are typically similar to conventional rates

Loan Term

Property Tax Rate (Annual)

Your FHA Loan Estimate

Total Monthly Payment

$3,081.61

Principal, interest, MIP, taxes & insurance

Principal & Interest$2,418.26

Monthly MIP$180.01

Property Tax$366.67

Home Insurance$116.67

Total Monthly$3,081.61

FHA Mortgage Insurance

Upfront MIP (1.75%)$6,755

Monthly MIP (0.55%/yr)$180.01/mo

Upfront MIP is financed into the loan. Monthly MIP is required for the life of the loan (for most FHA loans with less than 10% down).

Base Loan Amount

$386,000

Total Loan Amount

$392,755

Including upfront MIP

FHA vs Conventional Comparison

FHA Monthly Payment$3,081.61

Conventional Monthly*$3,085.18

Difference-$3.57/mo

*Conventional estimate assumes same rate with PMI at 0.7% until 20% equity. Actual rates and PMI may vary.

FHA Loan Benefits

Lower credit score requirements (580+ for 3.5% down)
Low down payment (3.5% minimum)
Down payment can come from gifts or grants
More flexible DTI requirements (up to 57%)

Your estimated FHA payment: $3,081.61/mo

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Disclaimer: FHA loan limits and MIP rates are subject to change. This calculator uses 2026 HUD data. Verify eligibility with an FHA-approved lender.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is FHA mortgage insurance premium (MIP)?

FHA MIP consists of two parts: an upfront premium of 1.75% of the loan amount (usually financed into the loan) and an annual premium of 0.55% paid monthly. Unlike conventional PMI, FHA MIP typically lasts the life of the loan for loans with less than 10% down.

What are the 2026 FHA loan limits?

For 2026, FHA loan limits range from $541,287 (floor) to $1,249,125 (ceiling) for single-family homes. The exact limit depends on your county. High-cost areas like San Francisco and New York have limits at the ceiling, while most areas are at or near the floor.

How much is FHA MIP in 2026?

In 2026, FHA MIP is 1.75% upfront (financed into the loan) plus 0.55% annually for most loans. On a $300,000 loan, that is $5,250 upfront and approximately $138 per month in ongoing MIP.

What credit score do I need for an FHA loan?

FHA loans require a minimum credit score of 580 for the 3.5% down payment program. Borrowers with scores between 500-579 may qualify with 10% down. Most lenders prefer 620+ for better rates and easier approval.

Can I remove MIP from my FHA loan?

For FHA loans originated after June 2013 with less than 10% down, MIP lasts the life of the loan. To remove it, you would need to refinance into a conventional loan once you have 20% equity. Loans with 10%+ down have MIP for 11 years.

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Understanding FHA Loan Limits in Iowa

FHA loan limits in Iowa vary by county and are set annually by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). For 2026, Iowa's single-family FHA limits range from $541,287 to $541,287.

How FHA Limits Affect Your Home Purchase

The FHA loan limit for your county is the maximum mortgage amount you can obtain with an FHA loan. If you need to borrow more than your county's limit, you may need to consider a conventional loan or make a larger down payment. FHA loans require a minimum 3.5% down payment with a credit score of 580 or higher.

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