Delaware, IA vs New Vienna, IA

Delaware is moderately more affordable than New Vienna, with a 10.1% lower cost of living index. Delaware scores 62 compared to 69 for New Vienna, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of New Vienna can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Delaware is $613/month compared to $763/month in New Vienna — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Delaware is more affordable at $139,500 median vs $176,800.

Median household income in Delaware is $72,083 compared to $90,938 in New Vienna (-20.7%). While New Vienna is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Delaware spend roughly 10.2% of their income on rent, more than the 10.1% in New Vienna.