Ogden, IA vs Stanton, IA

Stanton is moderately more affordable than Ogden, with a 6.9% lower cost of living index. Ogden scores 67 compared to 63 for Stanton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Ogden can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Ogden is $745/month compared to $766/month in Stanton — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Ogden has cheaper rent, Stanton actually has lower median home values ($97,400 vs $155,800).

Median household income in Ogden is $70,556 compared to $80,938 in Stanton (-12.8%). Stanton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Ogden spend roughly 12.7% of their income on rent, more than the 11.4% in Stanton.

Climate-wise, Stanton is notably warmer with an average of 52.4°F compared to 48.6°F in Ogden. Ogden receives more rainfall at 35.9" per year compared to 31.9" in Stanton.