Clarksville, IA vs Milford, IA

Clarksville is moderately more affordable than Milford, with a 13.2% lower cost of living index. Clarksville scores 64 compared to 74 for Milford, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Milford can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clarksville is $747/month compared to $806/month in Milford — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Clarksville is more affordable at $114,200 median vs $211,000.

Median household income in Clarksville is $55,781 compared to $60,571 in Milford (-7.9%). The higher salaries in Milford partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Clarksville spend roughly 16.1% of their income on rent, more than the 16% in Milford.