Bellevue, IA vs Dunkerton, IA

Dunkerton is moderately more affordable than Bellevue, with a 8.3% lower cost of living index. Bellevue scores 73 compared to 68 for Dunkerton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Bellevue can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bellevue is $826/month compared to $703/month in Dunkerton — a 18% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Dunkerton is more affordable at $191,900 median vs $210,500.

Median household income in Bellevue is $78,792 compared to $82,969 in Dunkerton (-5%). Dunkerton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Bellevue spend roughly 12.6% of their income on rent, more than the 10.2% in Dunkerton.