Alma, WI vs New Glarus, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Alma is 17.1% cheaper than New Glarus. With a cost index of 70 vs 85, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Alma to New Glarus should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Alma is $763/month compared to $968/month in New Glarus — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Alma is more affordable at $174,500 median vs $267,600.

Median household income in Alma is $56,284 compared to $98,224 in New Glarus (-42.7%). While New Glarus is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Alma spend roughly 16.3% of their income on rent, more than the 11.8% in New Glarus.