Chadron, NE vs Hartington, NE

Hartington is moderately more affordable than Chadron, with a 14.4% lower cost of living index. Chadron scores 76 compared to 66 for Hartington, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Chadron can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Chadron is $1,044/month compared to $685/month in Hartington — a 52% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hartington has cheaper rent, Chadron actually has lower median home values ($153,300 vs $169,000).

Median household income in Chadron is $54,026 compared to $78,304 in Hartington (-31%). Hartington offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Chadron spend roughly 23.2% of their income on rent, more than the 10.5% in Hartington.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (48.3°F vs 48.7°F). Hartington receives more rainfall at 28.7" per year compared to 15.2" in Chadron.