Auburndale, WI vs Fredonia, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Auburndale is 19% cheaper than Fredonia. With a cost index of 69 vs 86, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Auburndale to Fredonia should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Auburndale is $649/month compared to $1,009/month in Fredonia — a 36% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Auburndale is more affordable at $217,700 median vs $261,400.

Median household income in Auburndale is $80,407 compared to $86,442 in Fredonia (-7%). Fredonia does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Auburndale spend roughly 9.7% of their income on rent, less than the 14% in Fredonia.