Albany, WI vs Hortonville, WI

Albany, WI and Hortonville, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.4% difference in their overall index. Albany scores 73 while Hortonville scores 76 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 Albany is $864/month compared to $798/month in Hortonville — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hortonville has cheaper rent, Albany actually has lower median home values ($166,800 vs $231,700).

Median household income in Albany is $71,875 compared to $90,446 in Hortonville (-20.5%). While Hortonville 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, more than the 10.6% in Hortonville.