Hazleton, IA vs Kensett, IA

Kensett is moderately more affordable than Hazleton, with a 13% lower cost of living index. Hazleton scores 63 compared to 56 for Kensett, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hazleton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hazleton is $827/month compared to $629/month in Kensett — a 32% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Kensett is more affordable at $64,000 median vs $80,100.

Median household income in Hazleton is $53,542 compared to $40,278 in Kensett (+32.9%). While Hazleton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hazleton spend roughly 18.5% of their income on rent, less than the 18.7% in Kensett.

Climate-wise, Hazleton is notably warmer with an average of 49°F compared to 45.6°F in Kensett. Kensett receives more rainfall at 36.3" per year compared to 36.3" in Hazleton.