Bondurant, IA vs Milford, IA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Milford is 24.8% cheaper than Bondurant. With a cost index of 74 vs 92, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Milford to Bondurant should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Bondurant is $1,176/month compared to $806/month in Milford — a 46% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Milford is more affordable at $211,000 median vs $288,600.

Median household income in Bondurant is $128,341 compared to $60,571 in Milford (+111.9%). While Bondurant is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Bondurant spend roughly 11% of their income on rent, less than the 16% in Milford.