Hazelton, ID vs Malad City, ID

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Hazelton is 20.5% cheaper than Malad City. With a cost index of 63 vs 79, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Hazelton to Malad City should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Hazelton is $635/month compared to $965/month in Malad City — a 34% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hazelton is more affordable at $148,400 median vs $210,300.

Median household income in Hazelton is $55,833 compared to $75,500 in Malad City (-26%). While Malad City is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hazelton spend roughly 13.6% of their income on rent, less than the 15.3% in Malad City.