Seward, NE vs South Sioux City, NE

South Sioux City is moderately more affordable than Seward, with a 5.5% lower cost of living index. Seward scores 81 compared to 77 for South Sioux City, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Seward can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Seward is $986/month compared to $1,083/month in South Sioux City — a 9% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Seward has cheaper rent, South Sioux City actually has lower median home values ($160,900 vs $232,500).

Median household income in Seward is $70,000 compared to $68,397 in South Sioux City (+2.3%). Seward 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 Seward spend roughly 16.9% of their income on rent, less than the 19% in South Sioux City.

Climate-wise, Seward is notably warmer with an average of 52.3°F compared to 48.4°F in South Sioux City. South Sioux City receives more rainfall at 29.3" per year compared to 29.3" in Seward.