Caldwell, KS vs South Hutchinson, KS

Caldwell is moderately more affordable than South Hutchinson, with a 14.3% lower cost of living index. Caldwell scores 52 compared to 60 for South Hutchinson, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of South Hutchinson can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Caldwell is $478/month compared to $555/month in South Hutchinson — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Caldwell is more affordable at $69,900 median vs $147,900.

Median household income in Caldwell is $40,729 compared to $42,221 in South Hutchinson (-3.5%). South Hutchinson does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Caldwell spend roughly 14.1% of their income on rent, less than the 15.8% in South Hutchinson.