Manly, IA vs West Liberty, IA

Manly is moderately more affordable than West Liberty, with a 14.2% lower cost of living index. Manly scores 62 compared to 72 for West Liberty, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of West Liberty can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Manly is $701/month compared to $871/month in West Liberty — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Manly is more affordable at $110,900 median vs $169,500.

Median household income in Manly is $67,083 compared to $66,132 in West Liberty (+1.4%). Manly offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Manly spend roughly 12.5% of their income on rent, less than the 15.8% in West Liberty.

Climate-wise, West Liberty is notably warmer with an average of 51°F compared to 45.6°F in Manly. Manly receives more rainfall at 36.3" per year compared to 35.7" in West Liberty.