Earlville, IA vs Fenton, IA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Fenton is 16.8% cheaper than Earlville. With a cost index of 58 vs 67, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Fenton to Earlville should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Earlville is $770/month compared to $710/month in Fenton — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Fenton is more affordable at $52,400 median vs $148,100.

Median household income in Earlville is $71,125 compared to $53,125 in Fenton (+33.9%). While Earlville is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Earlville spend roughly 13% of their income on rent, less than the 16% in Fenton.