Fremont, IA vs Templeton, IA

Fremont is moderately more affordable than Templeton, with a 7.8% lower cost of living index. Fremont scores 61 compared to 66 for Templeton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Templeton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fremont is $711/month compared to $693/month in Templeton — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Templeton has cheaper rent, Fremont actually has lower median home values ($89,500 vs $159,000).

Median household income in Fremont is $73,239 compared to $72,813 in Templeton (+0.6%). Fremont offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Fremont spend roughly 11.6% of their income on rent, more than the 11.4% in Templeton.