Hartsville, IN vs Selma, IN

Selma is moderately more affordable than Hartsville, with a 10% lower cost of living index. Hartsville scores 74 compared to 67 for Selma, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hartsville can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hartsville is $1,031/month compared to $913/month in Selma — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Selma is more affordable at $99,800 median vs $131,300.

Median household income in Hartsville is $66,875 compared to $62,500 in Selma (+7%). The higher salaries in Hartsville partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Hartsville spend roughly 18.5% of their income on rent, more than the 17.5% in Selma.