Albion, NE vs Bertrand, NE

Bertrand is moderately more affordable than Albion, with a 12.8% lower cost of living index. Albion scores 71 compared to 63 for Bertrand, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Albion can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Albion is $731/month compared to $683/month in Bertrand — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Bertrand is more affordable at $129,900 median vs $210,800.

Median household income in Albion is $70,761 compared to $72,266 in Bertrand (-2.1%). Bertrand offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Albion spend roughly 12.4% of their income on rent, more than the 11.3% in Bertrand.

Climate-wise, Bertrand is notably warmer with an average of 52.2°F compared to 49.2°F in Albion. Albion receives more rainfall at 27" per year compared to 20.1" in Bertrand.