Lansing, IA vs New Vienna, IA

Lansing is moderately more affordable than New Vienna, with a 10.8% lower cost of living index. Lansing scores 61 compared to 69 for New Vienna, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of New Vienna can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lansing is $581/month compared to $763/month in New Vienna — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lansing is more affordable at $145,800 median vs $176,800.

Median household income in Lansing is $49,537 compared to $90,938 in New Vienna (-45.5%). While New Vienna is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lansing spend roughly 14.1% of their income on rent, more than the 10.1% in New Vienna.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (48.1°F vs 47.2°F). New Vienna receives more rainfall at 38.2" per year compared to 33.9" in Lansing.