Maquoketa, IA vs Oskaloosa, IA

Maquoketa is moderately more affordable than Oskaloosa, with a 6.2% lower cost of living index. Maquoketa scores 65 compared to 69 for Oskaloosa, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Oskaloosa can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Maquoketa is $745/month compared to $880/month in Oskaloosa — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Maquoketa is more affordable at $126,800 median vs $128,900.

Median household income in Maquoketa is $56,039 compared to $62,172 in Oskaloosa (-9.9%). While Oskaloosa is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Maquoketa spend roughly 16% of their income on rent, less than the 17% in Oskaloosa.

Climate-wise, Oskaloosa is notably warmer with an average of 50.7°F compared to 47.2°F in Maquoketa. Maquoketa receives more rainfall at 38.2" per year compared to 37" in Oskaloosa.