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Mortgage rates for Alger County are updated daily on Safe Rate using live investor pricing. Rates depend on your credit score, loan type (Conventional, FHA, VA, Jumbo), and down payment. A 30-year fixed rate is the most common product for home purchases.
View current rates for Alger CountyThe median home value in Alger County is $188k. The median monthly rent is $633. Annual property taxes average $2k. Home values are based on U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Home values in Alger County have increased 11.9% over the past two years. This indicates a strong appreciation trend. This data is sourced from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index.
Based on a typical all-in ownership cost of $797/month (mortgage, taxes, insurance), you'd generally need a household income of approximately $34k/year to keep housing costs at or below 28% of gross income — a common lender guideline. The median household income in Alger County is $61k/year.
Calculate your buying powerThe largest employment sectors in Alger County are public administration (23%) and retail (12%) of the local workforce. Industry data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey.
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