Epworth, IA vs Osceola, IA

Osceola is moderately more affordable than Epworth, with a 13.1% lower cost of living index. Epworth scores 78 compared to 69 for Osceola, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Epworth can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Epworth is $924/month compared to $832/month in Osceola — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Osceola is more affordable at $145,300 median vs $229,200.

Median household income in Epworth is $73,571 compared to $62,363 in Osceola (+18%). While Epworth is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Epworth spend roughly 15.1% of their income on rent, less than the 16% in Osceola.