Glidden, IA vs Wilton, IA

Glidden is moderately more affordable than Wilton, with a 13.1% lower cost of living index. Glidden scores 61 compared to 70 for Wilton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Wilton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Glidden is $531/month compared to $829/month in Wilton — a 36% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Glidden is more affordable at $159,700 median vs $162,000.

Median household income in Glidden is $73,393 compared to $71,898 in Wilton (+2.1%). Glidden offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Glidden spend roughly 8.7% of their income on rent, less than the 13.8% in Wilton.