Cedar Vale, KS vs Horton, KS

Cedar Vale is moderately more affordable than Horton, with a 11.2% lower cost of living index. Cedar Vale scores 50 compared to 56 for Horton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Horton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Cedar Vale is $525/month compared to $665/month in Horton — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Cedar Vale is more affordable at $35,600 median vs $74,600.

Median household income in Cedar Vale is $44,844 compared to $41,650 in Horton (+7.7%). Cedar Vale offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Cedar Vale spend roughly 14% of their income on rent, less than the 19.2% in Horton.

Climate-wise, Cedar Vale is notably warmer with an average of 58.2°F compared to 53.1°F in Horton. Cedar Vale receives more rainfall at 34.9" per year compared to 34.7" in Horton.