Hawthorne, NV vs Moapa Town, NV

Hawthorne, NV and Moapa Town, NV have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.9% difference in their overall index. Hawthorne scores 89 while Moapa Town scores 86 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Hawthorne is $1,298/month compared to $811/month in Moapa Town — a 60% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Moapa Town has cheaper rent, Hawthorne actually has lower median home values ($187,100 vs $324,800).

Median household income in Hawthorne is $54,604 compared to $63,750 in Moapa Town (-14.3%). Moapa Town offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hawthorne spend roughly 28.5% of their income on rent, more than the 15.3% in Moapa Town.

Climate-wise, Moapa Town is notably warmer with an average of 68.8°F compared to 53.7°F in Hawthorne. Hawthorne receives more rainfall at 4.9" per year compared to 4" in Moapa Town.