Randolph, IA vs Redfield, IA

Redfield is moderately more affordable than Randolph, with a 8.4% lower cost of living index. Randolph scores 72 compared to 67 for Redfield, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Randolph can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Randolph is $1,087/month compared to $781/month in Redfield — a 39% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Redfield has cheaper rent, Randolph actually has lower median home values ($93,300 vs $130,100).

Median household income in Randolph is $44,659 compared to $81,328 in Redfield (-45.1%). Redfield offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Randolph spend roughly 29.2% of their income on rent, more than the 11.5% in Redfield.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.4°F vs 50.9°F). Redfield receives more rainfall at 36.6" per year compared to 31.9" in Randolph.