Iowa Falls, IA vs Sac City, IA

Sac City is moderately more affordable than Iowa Falls, with a 14.2% lower cost of living index. Iowa Falls scores 68 compared to 59 for Sac City, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Iowa Falls can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Iowa Falls is $898/month compared to $620/month in Sac City — a 45% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Sac City has cheaper rent, Iowa Falls actually has lower median home values ($106,300 vs $106,400).

Median household income in Iowa Falls is $53,051 compared to $57,487 in Sac City (-7.7%). Sac City offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Iowa Falls spend roughly 20.3% of their income on rent, more than the 12.9% in Sac City.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (47.7°F vs 46.8°F). Iowa Falls receives more rainfall at 32.8" per year compared to 26.8" in Sac City.