Lansing, IA vs Runnells, IA

Lansing is moderately more affordable than Runnells, with a 13% lower cost of living index. Lansing scores 61 compared to 71 for Runnells, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Runnells 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 $725/month in Runnells — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lansing is more affordable at $145,800 median vs $196,900.

Median household income in Lansing is $49,537 compared to $98,125 in Runnells (-49.5%). While Runnells 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 8.9% in Runnells.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (48.1°F vs 49.5°F). Runnells receives more rainfall at 36.6" per year compared to 33.9" in Lansing.