Tipton, IA vs Winthrop, IA

Tipton is moderately more affordable than Winthrop, with a 7.6% lower cost of living index. Tipton scores 69 compared to 74 for Winthrop, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Winthrop can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Tipton is $823/month compared to $1,000/month in Winthrop — a 18% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Tipton is more affordable at $146,000 median vs $149,200.

Median household income in Tipton is $67,625 compared to $64,904 in Winthrop (+4.2%). Tipton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Tipton spend roughly 14.6% of their income on rent, less than the 18.5% in Winthrop.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51°F vs 49°F). Winthrop receives more rainfall at 36.3" per year compared to 35.7" in Tipton.