Hazelton, ND vs Leeds, ND

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Leeds is 15.1% cheaper than Hazelton. With a cost index of 57 vs 65, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Leeds to Hazelton should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Hazelton is $918/month compared to $624/month in Leeds — a 47% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Leeds has cheaper rent, Hazelton actually has lower median home values ($79,000 vs $82,900).

Median household income in Hazelton is $54,286 compared to $73,750 in Leeds (-26.4%). Leeds 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 20.3% of their income on rent, more than the 10.2% in Leeds.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (43.1°F vs 40.2°F). Leeds receives more rainfall at 20" per year compared to 19.1" in Hazelton.