Durant, IA vs Minden, IA

Minden is moderately more affordable than Durant, with a 5.9% lower cost of living index. Durant scores 71 compared to 67 for Minden, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Durant can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Durant is $765/month compared to $700/month in Minden — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Minden is more affordable at $163,800 median vs $202,000.

Median household income in Durant is $82,563 compared to $94,250 in Minden (-12.4%). Minden offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Durant spend roughly 11.1% of their income on rent, more than the 8.9% in Minden.