Abbotsford, WI vs Bloomington, WI

Bloomington is moderately more affordable than Abbotsford, with a 9.6% lower cost of living index. Abbotsford scores 70 compared to 64 for Bloomington, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Abbotsford can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Abbotsford is $884/month compared to $633/month in Bloomington — a 40% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Bloomington has cheaper rent, Abbotsford actually has lower median home values ($135,600 vs $139,400).

Median household income in Abbotsford is $59,943 compared to $70,192 in Bloomington (-14.6%). Bloomington offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Abbotsford spend roughly 17.7% of their income on rent, more than the 10.8% in Bloomington.