Blair, NE vs Gothenburg, NE

Gothenburg is moderately more affordable than Blair, with a 9.4% lower cost of living index. Blair scores 78 compared to 71 for Gothenburg, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Blair can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Blair is $941/month compared to $838/month in Gothenburg — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Gothenburg is more affordable at $173,200 median vs $211,000.

Median household income in Blair is $76,292 compared to $79,519 in Gothenburg (-4.1%). Gothenburg offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Blair spend roughly 14.8% of their income on rent, more than the 12.6% in Gothenburg.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (50.1°F vs 49.9°F). Blair receives more rainfall at 28.3" per year compared to 21.1" in Gothenburg.