Bassett, NE vs Tecumseh, NE

Bassett is moderately more affordable than Tecumseh, with a 12.6% lower cost of living index. Bassett scores 58 compared to 66 for Tecumseh, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Tecumseh can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bassett is $624/month compared to $842/month in Tecumseh — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Bassett is more affordable at $83,800 median vs $104,300.

Median household income in Bassett is $42,125 compared to $46,127 in Tecumseh (-8.7%). The higher salaries in Tecumseh partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Bassett spend roughly 17.8% of their income on rent, less than the 21.9% in Tecumseh.

Climate-wise, Tecumseh is notably warmer with an average of 53.1°F compared to 49.1°F in Bassett. Tecumseh receives more rainfall at 34.7" per year compared to 20.9" in Bassett.