Emmetsburg, IA vs Logan, IA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Emmetsburg is 16.8% cheaper than Logan. With a cost index of 59 vs 71, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Emmetsburg to Logan should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Emmetsburg is $589/month compared to $883/month in Logan — a 33% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Emmetsburg is more affordable at $114,600 median vs $144,400.

Median household income in Emmetsburg is $57,353 compared to $79,167 in Logan (-27.6%). While Logan is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Emmetsburg spend roughly 12.3% of their income on rent, less than the 13.4% in Logan.