Batavia, WI vs Sullivan, WI

Batavia is moderately more affordable than Sullivan, with a 11.3% lower cost of living index. Batavia scores 75 compared to 85 for Sullivan, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Sullivan can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Batavia is $817/month compared to $1,055/month in Sullivan — a 23% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Batavia is more affordable at $228,900 median vs $244,500.

Median household income in Batavia is $88,682 compared to $82,500 in Sullivan (+7.5%). Batavia offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Batavia spend roughly 11.1% of their income on rent, less than the 15.3% in Sullivan.