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Wallace County

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Median Home$105,000
Median Rent$601/month
Population1,417
Leading IndustriesConstruction · Agriculture & Mining · Transportation24% construction
Retirees26% of residentsabove average nationally
Homeowners75% of occupied units
NotableAffordable Market$105k median home · lower cost than 92% of the country
NotableVeteran Community9% of residents · top 20% nationally
Wallace County
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are today's mortgage rates in Wallace County?

As of today, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate for Wallace County is approximately 7.625% (7.703% APR). Rates vary based on your credit score, loan type, down payment, and other factors. Safe Rate updates rates daily using live investor pricing.

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What is the median home price in Wallace County?

The median home value in Wallace County is $105k. The median monthly rent is $601. Annual property taxes average $1k. Home values are based on U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.

How much income do you need to buy a home in Wallace County?

Based on a typical all-in ownership cost of $648/month (mortgage, taxes, insurance), you'd generally need a household income of approximately $28k/year to keep housing costs at or below 28% of gross income — a common lender guideline. The median household income in Wallace County is $63k/year.

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What industries drive the economy in Wallace County?

The largest employment sectors in Wallace County are agriculture and mining (25%) and construction (24%) of the local workforce. Industry data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey.

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