Emmetsburg, IA vs Greene, IA

Emmetsburg is moderately more affordable than Greene, with a 14.8% lower cost of living index. Emmetsburg scores 59 compared to 69 for Greene, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Greene can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Emmetsburg is $589/month compared to $898/month in Greene — a 34% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Emmetsburg is more affordable at $114,600 median vs $125,200.

Median household income in Emmetsburg is $57,353 compared to $54,298 in Greene (+5.6%). Emmetsburg offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Emmetsburg spend roughly 12.3% of their income on rent, less than the 19.8% in Greene.