Abbotsford, WI vs Berlin, WI

Abbotsford, WI and Berlin, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.1% difference in their overall index. Abbotsford scores 70 while Berlin scores 68 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Abbotsford is $884/month compared to $814/month in Berlin — a 9% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Berlin has cheaper rent, Abbotsford actually has lower median home values ($135,600 vs $143,800).

Median household income in Abbotsford is $59,943 compared to $55,216 in Berlin (+8.6%). While Abbotsford is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Abbotsford spend roughly 17.7% of their income on rent, less than the 17.7% in Berlin.