Havelock, IA vs Humeston, IA

Havelock is moderately more affordable than Humeston, with a 5.3% lower cost of living index. Havelock scores 51 compared to 54 for Humeston, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Humeston can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Havelock is $563/month compared to $546/month in Humeston — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Humeston has cheaper rent, Havelock actually has lower median home values ($23,800 vs $65,000).

Median household income in Havelock is $61,875 compared to $52,446 in Humeston (+18%). Havelock offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Havelock spend roughly 10.9% of their income on rent, less than the 12.5% in Humeston.

Climate-wise, Humeston is notably warmer with an average of 51.6°F compared to 46.8°F in Havelock. Humeston receives more rainfall at 37.4" per year compared to 26.8" in Havelock.