Guttenberg, IA vs Rudd, IA

Rudd is moderately more affordable than Guttenberg, with a 5.7% lower cost of living index. Guttenberg scores 70 compared to 67 for Rudd, 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 $866/month in Rudd — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Guttenberg has cheaper rent, Rudd actually has lower median home values ($104,800 vs $183,800).

Median household income in Guttenberg is $49,613 compared to $74,000 in Rudd (-33%). Rudd 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 14% in Rudd.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (48.1°F vs 45.6°F). Rudd receives more rainfall at 36.3" per year compared to 33.9" in Guttenberg.