Kensett, IA vs University Park, IA

Kensett is moderately more affordable than University Park, with a 8.8% lower cost of living index. Kensett scores 56 compared to 62 for University Park, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of University Park can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Kensett is $629/month compared to $731/month in University Park — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Kensett is more affordable at $64,000 median vs $92,700.

Median household income in Kensett is $40,278 compared to $65,815 in University Park (-38.8%). While University Park is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Kensett spend roughly 18.7% of their income on rent, more than the 13.3% in University Park.

Climate-wise, University Park is notably warmer with an average of 50.7°F compared to 45.6°F in Kensett. University Park receives more rainfall at 37" per year compared to 36.3" in Kensett.