Griswold, IA vs Rowley, IA

Griswold is moderately more affordable than Rowley, with a 7.6% lower cost of living index. Griswold scores 68 compared to 74 for Rowley, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Rowley can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Griswold is $937/month compared to $1,016/month in Rowley — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Griswold is more affordable at $89,400 median vs $135,200.

Median household income in Griswold is $61,167 compared to $60,417 in Rowley (+1.2%). Griswold offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Griswold spend roughly 18.4% of their income on rent, less than the 20.2% in Rowley.

Climate-wise, Griswold is notably warmer with an average of 52.4°F compared to 49°F in Rowley. Rowley receives more rainfall at 36.3" per year compared to 31.9" in Griswold.