Blue Rapids, KS vs South Haven, KS

South Haven is moderately more affordable than Blue Rapids, with a 11.6% lower cost of living index. Blue Rapids scores 60 compared to 53 for South Haven, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Blue Rapids can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Blue Rapids is $775/month compared to $568/month in South Haven — a 36% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while South Haven has cheaper rent, Blue Rapids actually has lower median home values ($55,200 vs $59,400).

Median household income in Blue Rapids is $51,136 compared to $78,214 in South Haven (-34.6%). South Haven offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Blue Rapids spend roughly 18.2% of their income on rent, more than the 8.7% in South Haven.