Hackleburg, AL vs Newville, AL

Hackleburg is moderately more affordable than Newville, with a 6.7% lower cost of living index. Hackleburg scores 57 compared to 61 for Newville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Newville can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hackleburg is $575/month compared to $756/month in Newville — a 24% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hackleburg has cheaper rent, Newville actually has lower median home values ($90,000 vs $97,300).

Median household income in Hackleburg is $43,854 compared to $42,679 in Newville (+2.8%). Hackleburg offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hackleburg spend roughly 15.7% of their income on rent, less than the 21.3% in Newville.

Climate-wise, Newville is notably warmer with an average of 67.8°F compared to 59.6°F in Hackleburg. Hackleburg receives more rainfall at 58.7" per year compared to 53.9" in Newville.