Augusta, WI vs Lancaster, WI

Augusta, WI and Lancaster, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.9% difference in their overall index. Augusta scores 68 while Lancaster 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 Augusta is $823/month compared to $770/month in Lancaster — a 7% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lancaster has cheaper rent, Augusta actually has lower median home values ($140,100 vs $173,300).

Median household income in Augusta is $50,080 compared to $80,625 in Lancaster (-37.9%). While Lancaster is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Augusta spend roughly 19.7% of their income on rent, more than the 11.5% in Lancaster.