Hawkeye, IA vs State Center, IA

Hawkeye is moderately more affordable than State Center, with a 11.2% lower cost of living index. Hawkeye scores 60 compared to 67 for State Center, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of State Center can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hawkeye is $708/month compared to $741/month in State Center — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hawkeye is more affordable at $78,900 median vs $156,300.

Median household income in Hawkeye is $62,917 compared to $72,303 in State Center (-13%). While State Center is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hawkeye spend roughly 13.5% of their income on rent, more than the 12.3% in State Center.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (49°F vs 47.7°F). Hawkeye receives more rainfall at 36.3" per year compared to 32.8" in State Center.