Runnells, IA vs Westfield, IA

Runnells is moderately more affordable than Westfield, with a 5.3% lower cost of living index. Runnells scores 71 compared to 75 for Westfield, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Westfield can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Runnells is $725/month compared to $1,146/month in Westfield — a 37% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Runnells has cheaper rent, Westfield actually has lower median home values ($97,500 vs $196,900).

Median household income in Runnells is $98,125 compared to $60,000 in Westfield (+63.5%). Runnells offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Runnells spend roughly 8.9% of their income on rent, less than the 22.9% in Westfield.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (49.5°F vs 48.4°F). Runnells receives more rainfall at 36.6" per year compared to 29.3" in Westfield.