Auburn, IA vs Humeston, IA

Humeston is moderately more affordable than Auburn, with a 12.3% lower cost of living index. Auburn scores 60 compared to 54 for Humeston, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Auburn can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Auburn is $688/month compared to $546/month in Humeston — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Humeston is more affordable at $65,000 median vs $93,300.

Median household income in Auburn is $57,500 compared to $52,446 in Humeston (+9.6%). The higher salaries in Auburn partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Auburn spend roughly 14.4% of their income on rent, more than the 12.5% in Humeston.