Hazel Dell, WA vs Waller, WA

Hazel Dell is moderately more affordable than Waller, with a 7.8% lower cost of living index. Hazel Dell scores 123 compared to 133 for Waller, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Waller can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hazel Dell is $1,665/month compared to $1,785/month in Waller — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hazel Dell is more affordable at $424,500 median vs $481,200.

Median household income in Hazel Dell is $78,958 compared to $118,077 in Waller (-33.1%). While Waller is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hazel Dell spend roughly 25.3% of their income on rent, more than the 18.1% in Waller.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (54°F vs 51.9°F). Waller receives more rainfall at 42" per year compared to 37.5" in Hazel Dell.