McLouth, KS vs Milford, KS

Milford is moderately more affordable than McLouth, with a 7.6% lower cost of living index. McLouth scores 76 compared to 71 for Milford, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of McLouth can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in McLouth is $1,071/month compared to $797/month in Milford — a 34% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Milford has cheaper rent, McLouth actually has lower median home values ($164,400 vs $181,300).

Median household income in McLouth is $70,703 compared to $73,750 in Milford (-4.1%). Milford offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of McLouth spend roughly 18.2% of their income on rent, more than the 13% in Milford.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (55.2°F vs 55°F). McLouth receives more rainfall at 35.6" per year compared to 32.2" in Milford.