Amery, WI vs Athens, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Athens is 22.7% cheaper than Amery. With a cost index of 66 vs 81, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Athens to Amery should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Amery is $1,154/month compared to $686/month in Athens — a 68% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Athens has cheaper rent, Amery actually has lower median home values ($164,300 vs $168,100).

Median household income in Amery is $71,290 compared to $49,904 in Athens (+42.9%). While Amery is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Amery spend roughly 19.4% of their income on rent, more than the 16.5% in Athens.