Hamburg, IA vs Onawa, IA

Hamburg is moderately more affordable than Onawa, with a 14.1% lower cost of living index. Hamburg scores 62 compared to 73 for Onawa, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Onawa 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 $1,005/month in Onawa — a 29% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hamburg is more affordable at $107,300 median vs $125,700.

Median household income in Hamburg is $57,727 compared to $54,659 in Onawa (+5.6%). Hamburg 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, less than the 22.1% in Onawa.

Climate-wise, Hamburg is notably warmer with an average of 53.1°F compared to 50.1°F in Onawa. Hamburg receives more rainfall at 34.7" per year compared to 28.3" in Onawa.