Dundee, IA vs Olds, IA

Dundee is moderately more affordable than Olds, with a 5.2% lower cost of living index. Dundee scores 63 compared to 66 for Olds, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Olds can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Dundee is $672/month compared to $770/month in Olds — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Dundee is more affordable at $131,300 median vs $137,500.

Median household income in Dundee is $57,143 compared to $48,500 in Olds (+17.8%). Dundee offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Dundee spend roughly 14.1% of their income on rent, less than the 19.1% in Olds.