Hawarden, IA vs Tabor, IA

Hawarden is moderately more affordable than Tabor, with a 12.7% lower cost of living index. Hawarden scores 68 compared to 78 for Tabor, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Tabor can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hawarden is $881/month compared to $1,006/month in Tabor — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hawarden is more affordable at $132,700 median vs $189,800.

Median household income in Hawarden is $69,375 compared to $68,277 in Tabor (+1.6%). Hawarden offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hawarden spend roughly 15.2% of their income on rent, less than the 17.7% in Tabor.

Climate-wise, Tabor is notably warmer with an average of 52.4°F compared to 47.4°F in Hawarden. Tabor receives more rainfall at 31.9" per year compared to 27.8" in Hawarden.