Hillsboro, IA vs Maynard, IA

Maynard is moderately more affordable than Hillsboro, with a 11% lower cost of living index. Hillsboro scores 68 compared to 61 for Maynard, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hillsboro can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hillsboro is $1,063/month compared to $620/month in Maynard — a 72% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Maynard has cheaper rent, Hillsboro actually has lower median home values ($47,800 vs $129,500).

Median household income in Hillsboro is $43,125 compared to $49,375 in Maynard (-12.7%). Maynard offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hillsboro spend roughly 29.6% of their income on rent, more than the 15.1% in Maynard.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.9°F vs 49°F). Hillsboro receives more rainfall at 37.9" per year compared to 36.3" in Maynard.