Athens, WI vs Kewaunee, WI

Athens, WI and Kewaunee, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.4% difference in their overall index. Athens scores 66 while Kewaunee scores 67 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 Athens is $686/month compared to $768/month in Kewaunee — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Athens has cheaper rent, Kewaunee actually has lower median home values ($134,900 vs $168,100).

Median household income in Athens is $49,904 compared to $79,565 in Kewaunee (-37.3%). While Kewaunee is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Athens spend roughly 16.5% of their income on rent, more than the 11.6% in Kewaunee.