Amherst Junction, WI vs Arlington, WI

Amherst Junction is moderately more affordable than Arlington, with a 12.9% lower cost of living index. Amherst Junction scores 83 compared to 95 for Arlington, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Arlington can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Amherst Junction is $817/month compared to $1,267/month in Arlington — a 36% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Amherst Junction has cheaper rent, Arlington actually has lower median home values ($279,300 vs $303,900).

Median household income in Amherst Junction is $100,000 compared to $97,031 in Arlington (+3.1%). Amherst Junction offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Amherst Junction spend roughly 9.8% of their income on rent, less than the 15.7% in Arlington.