Grinnell, KS vs Perry, KS

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Grinnell is 16% cheaper than Perry. With a cost index of 58 vs 69, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Grinnell to Perry should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Grinnell is $540/month compared to $803/month in Perry — a 33% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Grinnell is more affordable at $123,400 median vs $173,800.

Median household income in Grinnell is $62,500 compared to $82,589 in Perry (-24.3%). While Perry is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Grinnell spend roughly 10.4% of their income on rent, less than the 11.7% in Perry.