Harris, IA vs Lynnville, IA

Lynnville is moderately more affordable than Harris, with a 7.2% lower cost of living index. Harris scores 66 compared to 62 for Lynnville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Harris can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Harris is $946/month compared to $594/month in Lynnville — a 59% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lynnville has cheaper rent, Harris actually has lower median home values ($71,700 vs $139,400).

Median household income in Harris is $51,517 compared to $61,875 in Lynnville (-16.7%). Lynnville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Harris spend roughly 22% of their income on rent, more than the 11.5% in Lynnville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (46.8°F vs 49.5°F). Lynnville receives more rainfall at 36.6" per year compared to 26.8" in Harris.