New Vienna, IA vs Winthrop, IA

New Vienna is moderately more affordable than Winthrop, with a 7.5% lower cost of living index. New Vienna scores 69 compared to 74 for Winthrop, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Winthrop can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in New Vienna is $763/month compared to $1,000/month in Winthrop — a 24% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while New Vienna has cheaper rent, Winthrop actually has lower median home values ($149,200 vs $176,800).

Median household income in New Vienna is $90,938 compared to $64,904 in Winthrop (+40.1%). 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 New Vienna spend roughly 10.1% of their income on rent, less than the 18.5% in Winthrop.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (47.2°F vs 49°F). New Vienna receives more rainfall at 38.2" per year compared to 36.3" in Winthrop.