Maxwell, IA vs Randolph, IA

Maxwell is moderately more affordable than Randolph, with a 12.3% lower cost of living index. Maxwell scores 63 compared to 72 for Randolph, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Randolph can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Maxwell is $625/month compared to $1,087/month in Randolph — a 43% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Maxwell has cheaper rent, Randolph actually has lower median home values ($93,300 vs $147,300).

Median household income in Maxwell is $85,789 compared to $44,659 in Randolph (+92.1%). Maxwell offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Maxwell spend roughly 8.7% of their income on rent, less than the 29.2% in Randolph.

Climate-wise, Randolph is notably warmer with an average of 52.4°F compared to 48.6°F in Maxwell. Maxwell receives more rainfall at 35.9" per year compared to 31.9" in Randolph.