Goldfield, IA vs Greenfield, IA

Goldfield is moderately more affordable than Greenfield, with a 7.2% lower cost of living index. Goldfield scores 55 compared to 60 for Greenfield, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Greenfield can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Goldfield is $535/month compared to $600/month in Greenfield — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Goldfield is more affordable at $87,800 median vs $115,700.

Median household income in Goldfield is $54,500 compared to $53,152 in Greenfield (+2.5%). Goldfield offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Goldfield spend roughly 11.8% of their income on rent, less than the 13.5% in Greenfield.