Firth, ID vs Hazelton, ID

Hazelton is moderately more affordable than Firth, with a 12.2% lower cost of living index. Firth scores 70 compared to 63 for Hazelton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Firth can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Firth is $718/month compared to $635/month in Hazelton — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hazelton is more affordable at $148,400 median vs $197,900.

Median household income in Firth is $49,167 compared to $55,833 in Hazelton (-11.9%). 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 Firth spend roughly 17.5% of their income on rent, more than the 13.6% in Hazelton.