Davis City, IA vs Humeston, IA

Humeston is moderately more affordable than Davis City, with a 7.1% lower cost of living index. Davis City scores 58 compared to 54 for Humeston, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Davis City can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Davis City is $725/month compared to $546/month in Humeston — a 33% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Humeston has cheaper rent, Davis City actually has lower median home values ($45,500 vs $65,000).

Median household income in Davis City is $37,417 compared to $52,446 in Humeston (-28.7%). Humeston offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Davis City spend roughly 23.3% of their income on rent, more than the 12.5% in Humeston.