Plymouth, IA vs Sheffield, IA

Plymouth, IA and Sheffield, IA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.4% difference in their overall index. Plymouth scores 66 while Sheffield scores 63 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Plymouth is $830/month compared to $648/month in Sheffield — a 28% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Sheffield has cheaper rent, Plymouth actually has lower median home values ($105,200 vs $138,500).

Median household income in Plymouth is $66,250 compared to $64,297 in Sheffield (+3%). The higher salaries in Plymouth partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Plymouth spend roughly 15% of their income on rent, more than the 12.1% in Sheffield.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (45.6°F vs 45.6°F). Sheffield receives more rainfall at 36.3" per year compared to 36.3" in Plymouth.