Grundy Center, IA vs Sidney, IA

Sidney is moderately more affordable than Grundy Center, with a 7.7% lower cost of living index. Grundy Center scores 66 compared to 61 for Sidney, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Grundy Center can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Grundy Center is $684/month compared to $636/month in Sidney — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Sidney is more affordable at $121,200 median vs $173,200.

Median household income in Grundy Center is $77,540 compared to $80,200 in Sidney (-3.3%). Sidney offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Grundy Center spend roughly 10.6% of their income on rent, more than the 9.5% in Sidney.

Climate-wise, Sidney is notably warmer with an average of 52.4°F compared to 47.7°F in Grundy Center. Grundy Center receives more rainfall at 32.8" per year compared to 31.9" in Sidney.