Guttenberg, IA vs Moravia, IA

Moravia is moderately more affordable than Guttenberg, with a 9.9% lower cost of living index. Guttenberg scores 70 compared to 64 for Moravia, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Guttenberg can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Guttenberg is $799/month compared to $758/month in Moravia — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Moravia is more affordable at $113,600 median vs $183,800.

Median household income in Guttenberg is $49,613 compared to $53,750 in Moravia (-7.7%). Moravia offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Guttenberg spend roughly 19.3% of their income on rent, more than the 16.9% in Moravia.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (48.1°F vs 50.7°F). Moravia receives more rainfall at 37" per year compared to 33.9" in Guttenberg.