Red Oak, IA vs Toledo, IA

Red Oak is moderately more affordable than Toledo, with a 11.1% lower cost of living index. Red Oak scores 63 compared to 71 for Toledo, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Toledo can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Red Oak is $768/month compared to $958/month in Toledo — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Red Oak is more affordable at $91,600 median vs $124,000.

Median household income in Red Oak is $52,996 compared to $56,719 in Toledo (-6.6%). The higher salaries in Toledo partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Red Oak spend roughly 17.4% of their income on rent, less than the 20.3% in Toledo.

Climate-wise, Red Oak is notably warmer with an average of 52.4°F compared to 47.7°F in Toledo. Toledo receives more rainfall at 32.8" per year compared to 31.9" in Red Oak.