Larchwood, IA vs New Vienna, IA

New Vienna is moderately more affordable than Larchwood, with a 6.5% lower cost of living index. Larchwood scores 73 compared to 69 for New Vienna, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Larchwood can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Larchwood is $854/month compared to $763/month in New Vienna — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: New Vienna is more affordable at $176,800 median vs $189,700.

Median household income in Larchwood is $69,327 compared to $90,938 in New Vienna (-23.8%). New Vienna offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Larchwood spend roughly 14.8% of their income on rent, more than the 10.1% in New Vienna.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (47.4°F vs 47.2°F). New Vienna receives more rainfall at 38.2" per year compared to 27.8" in Larchwood.