Hansell, IA vs Patterson, IA

Hansell is moderately more affordable than Patterson, with a 7.4% lower cost of living index. Hansell scores 58 compared to 62 for Patterson, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Patterson can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hansell is $650/month compared to $700/month in Patterson — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hansell is more affordable at $77,000 median vs $106,600.

Median household income in Hansell is $81,563 compared to $71,786 in Patterson (+13.6%). Hansell offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hansell spend roughly 9.6% of their income on rent, less than the 11.7% in Patterson.

Climate-wise, Patterson is notably warmer with an average of 50.9°F compared to 45.6°F in Hansell. Patterson receives more rainfall at 36.6" per year compared to 36.3" in Hansell.