Alda, NE vs Hartington, NE

Hartington is moderately more affordable than Alda, with a 5.6% lower cost of living index. Alda scores 70 compared to 66 for Hartington, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Alda can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Alda is $1,075/month compared to $685/month in Hartington — a 57% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hartington has cheaper rent, Alda actually has lower median home values ($86,500 vs $169,000).

Median household income in Alda is $50,000 compared to $78,304 in Hartington (-36.1%). Hartington offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Alda spend roughly 25.8% of their income on rent, more than the 10.5% in Hartington.

Climate-wise, Alda is notably warmer with an average of 51.8°F compared to 48.7°F in Hartington. Hartington receives more rainfall at 28.7" per year compared to 26.6" in Alda.