Chappell, NE vs Pilger, NE

Pilger is moderately more affordable than Chappell, with a 5.3% lower cost of living index. Chappell scores 61 compared to 58 for Pilger, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Chappell can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Chappell is $727/month compared to $547/month in Pilger — a 33% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Pilger has cheaper rent, Chappell actually has lower median home values ($88,000 vs $117,000).

Median household income in Chappell is $54,758 compared to $63,125 in Pilger (-13.3%). Pilger offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Chappell spend roughly 15.9% of their income on rent, more than the 10.4% in Pilger.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (48.5°F vs 49.2°F). Pilger receives more rainfall at 27" per year compared to 15.8" in Chappell.