Millersburg, IA vs Plymouth, IA

Millersburg is moderately more affordable than Plymouth, with a 12.7% lower cost of living index. Millersburg scores 57 compared to 66 for Plymouth, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Plymouth can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Millersburg is $550/month compared to $830/month in Plymouth — a 34% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Millersburg has cheaper rent, Plymouth actually has lower median home values ($105,200 vs $107,100).

Median household income in Millersburg is $75,357 compared to $66,250 in Plymouth (+13.7%). Millersburg offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Millersburg spend roughly 8.8% of their income on rent, less than the 15% in Plymouth.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (48.3°F vs 45.6°F). Plymouth receives more rainfall at 36.3" per year compared to 35.9" in Millersburg.