Hesston, KS vs Meade, KS

Meade is moderately more affordable than Hesston, with a 10.8% lower cost of living index. Hesston scores 68 compared to 62 for Meade, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hesston can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hesston is $722/month compared to $739/month in Meade — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hesston has cheaper rent, Meade actually has lower median home values ($97,100 vs $183,000).

Median household income in Hesston is $72,620 compared to $73,990 in Meade (-1.9%). Meade offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hesston spend roughly 11.9% of their income on rent, less than the 12% in Meade.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (56.1°F vs 55.9°F). Hesston receives more rainfall at 28.3" per year compared to 22" in Meade.