Berlin, WI vs Wautoma, WI

Wautoma is moderately more affordable than Berlin, with a 6.9% lower cost of living index. Berlin scores 68 compared to 64 for Wautoma, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Berlin can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Berlin is $814/month compared to $725/month in Wautoma — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Wautoma is more affordable at $108,900 median vs $143,800.

Median household income in Berlin is $55,216 compared to $36,250 in Wautoma (+52.3%). While Berlin is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Berlin spend roughly 17.7% of their income on rent, less than the 24% in Wautoma.