Hamburg, IA vs Lehigh, IA

Lehigh is moderately more affordable than Hamburg, with a 7.8% lower cost of living index. Hamburg scores 62 compared to 58 for Lehigh, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hamburg can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hamburg is $717/month compared to $633/month in Lehigh — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lehigh is more affordable at $83,300 median vs $107,300.

Median household income in Hamburg is $57,727 compared to $58,824 in Lehigh (-1.9%). Lehigh offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hamburg spend roughly 14.9% of their income on rent, more than the 12.9% in Lehigh.

Climate-wise, Hamburg is notably warmer with an average of 53.1°F compared to 48.6°F in Lehigh. Lehigh receives more rainfall at 35.9" per year compared to 34.7" in Hamburg.