Dunkerton, IA vs Randolph, IA

Dunkerton is moderately more affordable than Randolph, with a 6.3% lower cost of living index. Dunkerton scores 68 compared to 72 for Randolph, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Randolph can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Dunkerton is $703/month compared to $1,087/month in Randolph — a 35% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Dunkerton has cheaper rent, Randolph actually has lower median home values ($93,300 vs $191,900).

Median household income in Dunkerton is $82,969 compared to $44,659 in Randolph (+85.8%). Dunkerton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Dunkerton spend roughly 10.2% of their income on rent, less than the 29.2% in Randolph.