Caldwell, KS vs Grinnell, KS

Caldwell is moderately more affordable than Grinnell, with a 10.6% lower cost of living index. Caldwell scores 52 compared to 58 for Grinnell, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Grinnell can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Caldwell is $478/month compared to $540/month in Grinnell — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Caldwell is more affordable at $69,900 median vs $123,400.

Median household income in Caldwell is $40,729 compared to $62,500 in Grinnell (-34.8%). While Grinnell is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Caldwell spend roughly 14.1% of their income on rent, more than the 10.4% in Grinnell.

Climate-wise, Caldwell is notably warmer with an average of 57.4°F compared to 53.2°F in Grinnell. Caldwell receives more rainfall at 33.1" per year compared to 19.3" in Grinnell.