Cottonwood Falls, KS vs South Haven, KS

South Haven is moderately more affordable than Cottonwood Falls, with a 10.5% lower cost of living index. Cottonwood Falls scores 59 compared to 53 for South Haven, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Cottonwood Falls can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Cottonwood Falls is $688/month compared to $568/month in South Haven — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: South Haven is more affordable at $59,400 median vs $85,200.

Median household income in Cottonwood Falls is $48,631 compared to $78,214 in South Haven (-37.8%). South Haven offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Cottonwood Falls spend roughly 17% of their income on rent, more than the 8.7% in South Haven.