Jefferson, IA vs Strawberry Point, IA

Strawberry Point is moderately more affordable than Jefferson, with a 7.3% lower cost of living index. Jefferson scores 65 compared to 61 for Strawberry Point, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Jefferson can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Jefferson is $745/month compared to $651/month in Strawberry Point — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Strawberry Point is more affordable at $115,200 median vs $126,900.

Median household income in Jefferson is $54,286 compared to $58,352 in Strawberry Point (-7%). Strawberry Point offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Jefferson spend roughly 16.5% of their income on rent, more than the 13.4% in Strawberry Point.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (48.6°F vs 49°F). Strawberry Point receives more rainfall at 36.3" per year compared to 35.9" in Jefferson.