Cheney, WA vs Moses Lake North, WA

Moses Lake North is moderately more affordable than Cheney, with a 9.1% lower cost of living index. Cheney scores 95 compared to 87 for Moses Lake North, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Cheney can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Cheney is $1,075/month compared to $1,044/month in Moses Lake North — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Moses Lake North is more affordable at $218,300 median vs $330,300.

Median household income in Cheney is $47,039 compared to $59,825 in Moses Lake North (-21.4%). Moses Lake North offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Cheney spend roughly 27.4% of their income on rent, more than the 20.9% in Moses Lake North.

Climate-wise, Moses Lake North is notably warmer with an average of 50.9°F compared to 45°F in Cheney. Cheney receives more rainfall at 18.3" per year compared to 7.8" in Moses Lake North.