Oxford Junction, IA vs Walnut, IA

Oxford Junction is moderately more affordable than Walnut, with a 7.5% lower cost of living index. Oxford Junction scores 61 compared to 66 for Walnut, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Walnut can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Oxford Junction is $793/month compared to $844/month in Walnut — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Oxford Junction is more affordable at $66,700 median vs $97,900.

Median household income in Oxford Junction is $61,250 compared to $65,278 in Walnut (-6.2%). The higher salaries in Walnut partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Oxford Junction spend roughly 15.5% of their income on rent, less than the 15.5% in Walnut.

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