Beaver Dam, KY vs Hawesville, KY

Beaver Dam, KY and Hawesville, KY have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.4% difference in their overall index. Beaver Dam scores 66 while Hawesville scores 65 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Beaver Dam is $717/month compared to $703/month in Hawesville — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hawesville is more affordable at $151,100 median vs $155,800.

Median household income in Beaver Dam is $52,546 compared to $51,898 in Hawesville (+1.2%). The higher salaries in Beaver Dam partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Beaver Dam spend roughly 16.4% of their income on rent, more than the 16.3% in Hawesville.