Goldfield, IA vs Sac City, IA

Goldfield is moderately more affordable than Sac City, with a 6.9% lower cost of living index. Goldfield scores 55 compared to 59 for Sac City, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Sac City 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 $620/month in Sac City — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Goldfield is more affordable at $87,800 median vs $106,400.

Median household income in Goldfield is $54,500 compared to $57,487 in Sac City (-5.2%). The higher salaries in Sac City partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Goldfield spend roughly 11.8% of their income on rent, less than the 12.9% in Sac City.