Black River Falls, WI vs Glenwood City, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Black River Falls is 21.7% cheaper than Glenwood City. With a cost index of 67 vs 86, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Black River Falls to Glenwood City should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Black River Falls is $718/month compared to $1,194/month in Glenwood City — a 40% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Black River Falls is more affordable at $152,300 median vs $159,900.

Median household income in Black River Falls is $57,712 compared to $70,833 in Glenwood City (-18.5%). The higher salaries in Glenwood City partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Black River Falls spend roughly 14.9% of their income on rent, less than the 20.2% in Glenwood City.