Eddyville, IA vs Solon, IA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Eddyville is 27.1% cheaper than Solon. With a cost index of 68 vs 93, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Eddyville to Solon should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Eddyville is $887/month compared to $1,166/month in Solon — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Eddyville is more affordable at $107,300 median vs $305,300.

Median household income in Eddyville is $61,205 compared to $111,597 in Solon (-45.2%). While Solon is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Eddyville spend roughly 17.4% of their income on rent, more than the 12.5% in Solon.