Deshler, NE vs Hayes Center, NE

Deshler is moderately more affordable than Hayes Center, with a 14.4% lower cost of living index. Deshler scores 53 compared to 62 for Hayes Center, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hayes Center can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Deshler is $444/month compared to $775/month in Hayes Center — a 43% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Deshler has cheaper rent, Hayes Center actually has lower median home values ($83,300 vs $96,800).

Median household income in Deshler is $60,000 compared to $70,208 in Hayes Center (-14.5%). While Hayes Center is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Deshler spend roughly 8.9% of their income on rent, less than the 13.2% in Hayes Center.

Climate-wise, Deshler is notably warmer with an average of 54.1°F compared to 50.2°F in Hayes Center. Deshler receives more rainfall at 28.4" per year compared to 21.5" in Hayes Center.