Corydon, IA vs Farmington, IA

Farmington is moderately more affordable than Corydon, with a 6% lower cost of living index. Corydon scores 61 compared to 58 for Farmington, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Corydon can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Corydon is $738/month compared to $692/month in Farmington — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Farmington is more affordable at $63,600 median vs $88,800.

Median household income in Corydon is $48,988 compared to $54,643 in Farmington (-10.3%). Farmington offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Corydon spend roughly 18.1% of their income on rent, more than the 15.2% in Farmington.