Epworth, IA vs Ventura, IA

Epworth is moderately more affordable than Ventura, with a 14.2% lower cost of living index. Epworth scores 78 compared to 91 for Ventura, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Ventura 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 $1,016/month in Ventura — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Epworth is more affordable at $229,200 median vs $344,800.

Median household income in Epworth is $73,571 compared to $83,125 in Ventura (-11.5%). The higher salaries in Ventura partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Epworth spend roughly 15.1% of their income on rent, more than the 14.7% in Ventura.