Rockford, IA vs West Union, IA

Rockford is moderately more affordable than West Union, with a 11.2% lower cost of living index. Rockford scores 63 compared to 71 for West Union, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of West Union can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Rockford is $779/month compared to $925/month in West Union — a 16% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Rockford is more affordable at $90,200 median vs $133,200.

Median household income in Rockford is $62,759 compared to $50,909 in West Union (+23.3%). Rockford offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Rockford spend roughly 14.9% of their income on rent, less than the 21.8% in West Union.

Climate-wise, West Union is notably warmer with an average of 49°F compared to 45.6°F in Rockford. West Union receives more rainfall at 36.3" per year compared to 36.3" in Rockford.