Packwood, IA vs Rembrandt, IA

Rembrandt is moderately more affordable than Packwood, with a 10.2% lower cost of living index. Packwood scores 61 compared to 55 for Rembrandt, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Packwood can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Packwood is $750/month compared to $550/month in Rembrandt — a 36% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Rembrandt has cheaper rent, Packwood actually has lower median home values ($79,100 vs $84,200).

Median household income in Packwood is $43,750 compared to $56,528 in Rembrandt (-22.6%). Rembrandt offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Packwood spend roughly 20.6% of their income on rent, more than the 11.7% in Rembrandt.

Climate-wise, Packwood is notably warmer with an average of 50.7°F compared to 46.8°F in Rembrandt. Packwood receives more rainfall at 37" per year compared to 26.8" in Rembrandt.