Elgin, NE vs Superior, NE

Superior is moderately more affordable than Elgin, with a 7.5% lower cost of living index. Elgin scores 60 compared to 56 for Superior, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Elgin can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Elgin is $675/month compared to $613/month in Superior — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Superior is more affordable at $69,300 median vs $98,000.

Median household income in Elgin is $53,661 compared to $61,852 in Superior (-13.2%). Superior offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Elgin spend roughly 15.1% of their income on rent, more than the 11.9% in Superior.

Climate-wise, Superior is notably warmer with an average of 54.1°F compared to 49.2°F in Elgin. Superior receives more rainfall at 28.4" per year compared to 27" in Elgin.