Iona, MN vs Motley, MN

Iona is moderately more affordable than Motley, with a 5.3% lower cost of living index. Iona scores 61 compared to 64 for Motley, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Motley can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Iona is $750/month compared to $661/month in Motley — a 14% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Motley has cheaper rent, Iona actually has lower median home values ($54,300 vs $128,300).

Median household income in Iona is $44,167 compared to $43,281 in Motley (+2%). Iona offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Iona spend roughly 20.4% of their income on rent, more than the 18.3% in Motley.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (45.1°F vs 42.2°F). Iona receives more rainfall at 29.6" per year compared to 24.5" in Motley.