Davenport, NE vs Walthill, NE

Davenport, NE and Walthill, NE have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.5% difference in their overall index. Davenport scores 59 while Walthill scores 60 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Davenport is $675/month compared to $797/month in Walthill — a 15% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Davenport has cheaper rent, Walthill actually has lower median home values ($48,000 vs $82,000).

Median household income in Davenport is $68,333 compared to $63,702 in Walthill (+7.3%). Davenport offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Davenport spend roughly 11.9% of their income on rent, less than the 15% in Walthill.

Climate-wise, Davenport is notably warmer with an average of 51.9°F compared to 48.4°F in Walthill. Walthill receives more rainfall at 29.3" per year compared to 26.4" in Davenport.