Enterprise, AL vs Jasper, AL

Jasper is moderately more affordable than Enterprise, with a 12.3% lower cost of living index. Enterprise scores 80 compared to 71 for Jasper, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Enterprise can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Enterprise is $1,058/month compared to $722/month in Jasper — a 47% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Jasper has cheaper rent, Enterprise actually has lower median home values ($198,500 vs $208,000).

Median household income in Enterprise is $68,306 compared to $66,250 in Jasper (+3.1%). Enterprise does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Enterprise spend roughly 18.6% of their income on rent, more than the 13.1% in Jasper.

Climate-wise, Enterprise is notably warmer with an average of 67.8°F compared to 59.9°F in Jasper. Jasper receives more rainfall at 58.7" per year compared to 53.9" in Enterprise.