Almena, WI vs Colby, WI

Almena is moderately more affordable than Colby, with a 6.9% lower cost of living index. Almena scores 64 compared to 69 for Colby, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Colby can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Almena is $738/month compared to $821/month in Colby — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Almena is more affordable at $106,100 median vs $147,900.

Median household income in Almena is $49,250 compared to $52,574 in Colby (-6.3%). The higher salaries in Colby partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Almena spend roughly 18% of their income on rent, less than the 18.7% in Colby.