Neola, IA vs New Vienna, IA

New Vienna is moderately more affordable than Neola, with a 10.7% lower cost of living index. Neola scores 76 compared to 69 for New Vienna, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Neola can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Neola is $994/month compared to $763/month in New Vienna — a 30% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while New Vienna has cheaper rent, Neola actually has lower median home values ($166,400 vs $176,800).

Median household income in Neola is $68,859 compared to $90,938 in New Vienna (-24.3%). New Vienna offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Neola spend roughly 17.3% of their income on rent, more than the 10.1% in New Vienna.

Climate-wise, Neola is notably warmer with an average of 52.4°F compared to 47.2°F in New Vienna. New Vienna receives more rainfall at 38.2" per year compared to 31.9" in Neola.