Eden, ID vs Hazelton, ID

Hazelton is moderately more affordable than Eden, with a 6.7% lower cost of living index. Eden scores 67 compared to 63 for Hazelton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Eden can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Eden is $795/month compared to $635/month in Hazelton — a 25% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hazelton has cheaper rent, Eden actually has lower median home values ($140,900 vs $148,400).

Median household income in Eden is $31,346 compared to $55,833 in Hazelton (-43.9%). Hazelton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Eden spend roughly 30.4% of their income on rent, more than the 13.6% in Hazelton. The Hazelton ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.