Batavia, IA vs Ogden, IA

Ogden is moderately more affordable than Batavia, with a 5.9% lower cost of living index. Batavia scores 71 compared to 67 for Ogden, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Batavia can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Batavia is $1,021/month compared to $745/month in Ogden — a 37% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Ogden has cheaper rent, Batavia actually has lower median home values ($104,400 vs $155,800).

Median household income in Batavia is $54,432 compared to $70,556 in Ogden (-22.9%). Ogden offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Batavia spend roughly 22.5% of their income on rent, more than the 12.7% in Ogden.