Dawson, IA vs Templeton, IA

Dawson is moderately more affordable than Templeton, with a 10.9% lower cost of living index. Dawson scores 59 compared to 66 for Templeton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Templeton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Dawson is $642/month compared to $693/month in Templeton — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Dawson is more affordable at $82,000 median vs $159,000.

Median household income in Dawson is $65,667 compared to $72,813 in Templeton (-9.8%). The higher salaries in Templeton partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Dawson spend roughly 11.7% of their income on rent, more than the 11.4% in Templeton.