Adams, WI vs Evansville, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Adams is 23.4% cheaper than Evansville. With a cost index of 63 vs 82, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Adams to Evansville should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Adams is $701/month compared to $941/month in Evansville — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Adams is more affordable at $101,200 median vs $256,900.

Median household income in Adams is $41,917 compared to $78,841 in Evansville (-46.8%). While Evansville is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Adams spend roughly 20.1% of their income on rent, more than the 14.3% in Evansville.