Hawthorne, NV vs Wells, NV

Wells is moderately more affordable than Hawthorne, with a 9.3% lower cost of living index. Hawthorne scores 89 compared to 81 for Wells, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hawthorne can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hawthorne is $1,298/month compared to $977/month in Wells — a 33% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wells has cheaper rent, Hawthorne actually has lower median home values ($187,100 vs $213,500).

Median household income in Hawthorne is $54,604 compared to $75,962 in Wells (-28.1%). Wells 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 15.4% in Wells.

Climate-wise, Hawthorne is notably warmer with an average of 53.7°F compared to 47.8°F in Wells. Wells receives more rainfall at 10" per year compared to 4.9" in Hawthorne.