Dunlap, IA vs Thompson, IA

Thompson is moderately more affordable than Dunlap, with a 14.9% lower cost of living index. Dunlap scores 70 compared to 61 for Thompson, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Dunlap can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Dunlap is $934/month compared to $696/month in Thompson — a 34% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Thompson is more affordable at $99,600 median vs $115,600.

Median household income in Dunlap is $54,609 compared to $49,375 in Thompson (+10.6%). The higher salaries in Dunlap partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Dunlap spend roughly 20.5% of their income on rent, more than the 16.9% in Thompson.