Holland, IA vs Janesville, IA

Janesville is moderately more affordable than Holland, with a 8.6% lower cost of living index. Holland scores 73 compared to 67 for Janesville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Holland can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Holland is $1,094/month compared to $625/month in Janesville — a 75% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Janesville has cheaper rent, Holland actually has lower median home values ($111,700 vs $214,700).

Median household income in Holland is $71,979 compared to $84,231 in Janesville (-14.5%). Janesville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Holland spend roughly 18.2% of their income on rent, more than the 8.9% in Janesville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (47.7°F vs 49°F). Janesville receives more rainfall at 36.3" per year compared to 32.8" in Holland.