Allen, NE vs Wymore, NE

Wymore is moderately more affordable than Allen, with a 5.9% lower cost of living index. Allen scores 60 compared to 57 for Wymore, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Allen can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Allen is $638/month compared to $673/month in Wymore — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Allen has cheaper rent, Wymore actually has lower median home values ($57,600 vs $111,600).

Median household income in Allen is $53,125 compared to $56,051 in Wymore (-5.2%). Wymore offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Allen spend roughly 14.4% of their income on rent, less than the 14.4% in Wymore.

Climate-wise, Wymore is notably warmer with an average of 51.5°F compared to 48.4°F in Allen. Wymore receives more rainfall at 29.5" per year compared to 29.3" in Allen.