Webster, IA vs Worthington, IA

Worthington is moderately more affordable than Webster, with a 5.7% lower cost of living index. Webster scores 64 compared to 61 for Worthington, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Webster can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Webster is $850/month compared to $575/month in Worthington — a 48% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Worthington has cheaper rent, Webster actually has lower median home values ($83,000 vs $150,500).

Median household income in Webster is $34,423 compared to $81,875 in Worthington (-58%). Worthington offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Webster spend roughly 29.6% of their income on rent, more than the 8.4% in Worthington.

Climate-wise, Webster is notably warmer with an average of 50.7°F compared to 47.2°F in Worthington. Worthington receives more rainfall at 38.2" per year compared to 37" in Webster.