Wilton, IA vs Winthrop, IA

Wilton is moderately more affordable than Winthrop, with a 5.6% lower cost of living index. Wilton scores 70 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 Wilton is $829/month compared to $1,000/month in Winthrop — a 17% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wilton has cheaper rent, Winthrop actually has lower median home values ($149,200 vs $162,000).

Median household income in Wilton is $71,898 compared to $64,904 in Winthrop (+10.8%). Wilton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Wilton spend roughly 13.8% of their income on rent, less than the 18.5% in Winthrop.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (49.9°F vs 49°F). Winthrop receives more rainfall at 36.3" per year compared to 36.2" in Wilton.