Ogden, IA vs Winterset, IA

Ogden is moderately more affordable than Winterset, with a 11.3% lower cost of living index. Ogden scores 67 compared to 76 for Winterset, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Winterset 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 $943/month in Winterset — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ogden is more affordable at $155,800 median vs $181,500.

Median household income in Ogden is $70,556 compared to $69,268 in Winterset (+1.9%). Ogden 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, less than the 16.3% in Winterset.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (48.6°F vs 50.9°F). Winterset receives more rainfall at 36.6" per year compared to 35.9" in Ogden.