Highland, KS vs Moline, KS

Moline is moderately more affordable than Highland, with a 10.9% lower cost of living index. Highland scores 58 compared to 52 for Moline, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Highland can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Highland is $578/month compared to $625/month in Moline — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Highland has cheaper rent, Moline actually has lower median home values ($28,300 vs $121,800).

Median household income in Highland is $77,500 compared to $33,125 in Moline (+134%). While Highland is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Highland spend roughly 8.9% of their income on rent, less than the 22.6% in Moline.

Climate-wise, Moline is notably warmer with an average of 58.2°F compared to 53.7°F in Highland. Moline receives more rainfall at 34.9" per year compared to 34.8" in Highland.