Hiawatha, IA vs New London, IA

New London is moderately more affordable than Hiawatha, with a 14.5% lower cost of living index. Hiawatha scores 74 compared to 65 for New London, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hiawatha can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hiawatha is $846/month compared to $772/month in New London — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: New London is more affordable at $118,900 median vs $210,200.

Median household income in Hiawatha is $67,628 compared to $65,815 in New London (+2.8%). Hiawatha does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Hiawatha spend roughly 15% of their income on rent, more than the 14.1% in New London.

Climate-wise, New London is notably warmer with an average of 51.9°F compared to 48.3°F in Hiawatha. New London receives more rainfall at 37.9" per year compared to 35.9" in Hiawatha.