Blencoe, IA vs Dexter, IA

Dexter is moderately more affordable than Blencoe, with a 7.3% lower cost of living index. Blencoe scores 77 compared to 72 for Dexter, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Blencoe can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Blencoe is $1,281/month compared to $867/month in Dexter — a 48% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Dexter has cheaper rent, Blencoe actually has lower median home values ($69,200 vs $157,200).

Median household income in Blencoe is $81,705 compared to $83,214 in Dexter (-1.8%). Dexter offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Blencoe spend roughly 18.8% of their income on rent, more than the 12.5% in Dexter.