Fremont, NE vs South Sioux City, NE

Fremont, NE and South Sioux City, NE have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.4% difference in their overall index. Fremont scores 79 while South Sioux City scores 77 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Fremont is $1,005/month compared to $1,083/month in South Sioux City — a 7% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Fremont has cheaper rent, South Sioux City actually has lower median home values ($160,900 vs $194,400).

Median household income in Fremont is $67,179 compared to $68,397 in South Sioux City (-1.8%). South Sioux City offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Fremont spend roughly 18% of their income on rent, less than the 19% in South Sioux City.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (50.1°F vs 48.4°F). South Sioux City receives more rainfall at 29.3" per year compared to 28.3" in Fremont.