Hazelton, ID vs Wendell, ID

Hazelton is moderately more affordable than Wendell, with a 14.4% lower cost of living index. Hazelton scores 63 compared to 73 for Wendell, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Wendell can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hazelton is $635/month compared to $783/month in Wendell — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hazelton is more affordable at $148,400 median vs $209,600.

Median household income in Hazelton is $55,833 compared to $54,850 in Wendell (+1.8%). Hazelton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hazelton spend roughly 13.6% of their income on rent, less than the 17.1% in Wendell.