Hamburg, IA vs Ute, IA

Ute is moderately more affordable than Hamburg, with a 8.2% lower cost of living index. Hamburg scores 62 compared to 58 for Ute, 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 Ute — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ute is more affordable at $80,900 median vs $107,300.

Median household income in Hamburg is $57,727 compared to $55,947 in Ute (+3.2%). Hamburg does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Hamburg spend roughly 14.9% of their income on rent, more than the 13.6% in Ute.

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