Almena, WI vs Hammond, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Almena is 23.7% cheaper than Hammond. With a cost index of 64 vs 84, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Almena to Hammond should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Almena is $738/month compared to $935/month in Hammond — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Almena is more affordable at $106,100 median vs $232,700.

Median household income in Almena is $49,250 compared to $82,159 in Hammond (-40.1%). While Hammond is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Almena spend roughly 18% of their income on rent, more than the 13.7% in Hammond.