Guttenberg, IA vs Shenandoah, IA

Shenandoah is moderately more affordable than Guttenberg, with a 10.2% lower cost of living index. Guttenberg scores 70 compared to 64 for Shenandoah, 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 $762/month in Shenandoah — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Shenandoah is more affordable at $110,000 median vs $183,800.

Median household income in Guttenberg is $49,613 compared to $52,469 in Shenandoah (-5.4%). Shenandoah 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 17.4% in Shenandoah.

Climate-wise, Shenandoah is notably warmer with an average of 52.4°F compared to 48.1°F in Guttenberg. Guttenberg receives more rainfall at 33.9" per year compared to 31.9" in Shenandoah.