Neola, IA vs Wilton, IA

Wilton is moderately more affordable than Neola, with a 8.4% lower cost of living index. Neola scores 76 compared to 70 for Wilton, 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 $829/month in Wilton — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Wilton is more affordable at $162,000 median vs $166,400.

Median household income in Neola is $68,859 compared to $71,898 in Wilton (-4.2%). Wilton 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 13.8% in Wilton.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.4°F vs 49.9°F). Wilton receives more rainfall at 36.2" per year compared to 31.9" in Neola.