Almena, WI vs Wheeler, WI

Almena is moderately more affordable than Wheeler, with a 13.2% lower cost of living index. Almena scores 64 compared to 74 for Wheeler, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Wheeler 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 $1,042/month in Wheeler — a 29% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Almena is more affordable at $106,100 median vs $112,500.

Median household income in Almena is $49,250 compared to $73,750 in Wheeler (-33.2%). While Wheeler 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 17% in Wheeler.