Albany, WI vs Genoa City, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Albany is 16.8% cheaper than Genoa City. With a cost index of 73 vs 88, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Albany to Genoa City should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Albany is $864/month compared to $1,128/month in Genoa City — a 23% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Albany is more affordable at $166,800 median vs $230,900.

Median household income in Albany is $71,875 compared to $88,958 in Genoa City (-19.2%). While Genoa City is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Albany spend roughly 14.4% of their income on rent, less than the 15.2% in Genoa City.