Carroll Area Housing

Carroll County, IA, and the communities within provide a progressive mindset of leadership; a variety of employment opportunities by sector, skill set, and wage level; and an outstanding quality of life. Carroll County, IA, has served as a hub for industry, service, and retail - all providing quality opportunity. 

Along with healthcare, education, and recreation, housing is a key component in the relocation criteria of young professionals when determining where to start a career, as well as those looking to locate their young family in a safe and thriving community often close to family members or where these individuals have a connection. All of these topics were carried forward with the technical committee in working to identify the key components of a housing development strategy aimed at providing quality, affordable housing to accommodate the Carroll County, IA, workforce.

• Download Carroll County, IA, Housing Assessment Executive Summary
• Download Carroll County, IA, Housing Assessment Study

Workforce Housing Tax Credits

​Communities in Carroll County, IA, are eligible for Workforce Housing Tax Credits issued through Iowa Economic Development Authority. The program is intended to increase the volume of housing development in rural communities. Program information can be found at: https://www.iowaeconomicdevelopment.com/WHTC