Anthon, IA vs Oakville, IA

Oakville is moderately more affordable than Anthon, with a 7.1% lower cost of living index. Anthon scores 70 compared to 65 for Oakville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Anthon can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Anthon is $1,035/month compared to $900/month in Oakville — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Oakville is more affordable at $76,700 median vs $94,800.

Median household income in Anthon is $52,500 compared to $53,750 in Oakville (-2.3%). Oakville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Anthon spend roughly 23.7% of their income on rent, more than the 20.1% in Oakville.