Albany, WI vs Oconto Falls, WI

Oconto Falls is moderately more affordable than Albany, with a 13.9% lower cost of living index. Albany scores 73 compared to 64 for Oconto Falls, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Albany can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Albany is $864/month compared to $670/month in Oconto Falls — a 29% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Oconto Falls is more affordable at $145,100 median vs $166,800.

Median household income in Albany is $71,875 compared to $47,786 in Oconto Falls (+50.4%). While Albany 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 16.8% in Oconto Falls.