Arcadia, WI vs Shullsburg, WI

Arcadia, WI and Shullsburg, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.6% difference in their overall index. Arcadia scores 74 while Shullsburg scores 71 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Arcadia is $947/month compared to $909/month in Shullsburg — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Shullsburg is more affordable at $130,700 median vs $156,400.

Median household income in Arcadia is $65,275 compared to $58,500 in Shullsburg (+11.6%). While Arcadia is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Arcadia spend roughly 17.4% of their income on rent, less than the 18.6% in Shullsburg.