Baldwin, WI vs Port Washington, WI

Port Washington is moderately more affordable than Baldwin, with a 7.9% lower cost of living index. Baldwin scores 94 compared to 87 for Port Washington, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Baldwin can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Baldwin is $1,212/month compared to $1,021/month in Port Washington — a 19% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Port Washington has cheaper rent, Baldwin actually has lower median home values ($252,000 vs $276,000).

Median household income in Baldwin is $76,675 compared to $81,582 in Port Washington (-6%). Port Washington offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Baldwin spend roughly 19% of their income on rent, more than the 15% in Port Washington.