Ipswich, SD vs Lennox, SD

Ipswich is moderately more affordable than Lennox, with a 7.8% lower cost of living index. Ipswich scores 71 compared to 77 for Lennox, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lennox can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Ipswich is $850/month compared to $925/month in Lennox — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ipswich is more affordable at $165,600 median vs $210,800.

Median household income in Ipswich is $79,135 compared to $76,477 in Lennox (+3.5%). Ipswich offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Ipswich spend roughly 12.9% of their income on rent, less than the 14.5% in Lennox.

Climate-wise, Lennox is notably warmer with an average of 47.4°F compared to 41.9°F in Ipswich. Lennox receives more rainfall at 27.8" per year compared to 19.9" in Ipswich.