Albion, NE vs Sterling, NE

Sterling is moderately more affordable than Albion, with a 8.4% lower cost of living index. Albion scores 71 compared to 66 for Sterling, 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 $793/month in Sterling — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Albion has cheaper rent, Sterling actually has lower median home values ($120,700 vs $210,800).

Median household income in Albion is $70,761 compared to $72,083 in Sterling (-1.8%). Sterling 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, less than the 13.2% in Sterling.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (49.2°F vs 51.2°F). Sterling receives more rainfall at 32.3" per year compared to 27" in Albion.