Blair, WI vs Hixton, WI

Hixton is moderately more affordable than Blair, with a 8.2% lower cost of living index. Blair scores 68 compared to 63 for Hixton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Blair can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Blair is $797/month compared to $558/month in Hixton — a 43% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hixton has cheaper rent, Blair actually has lower median home values ($132,500 vs $158,000).

Median household income in Blair is $65,667 compared to $74,219 in Hixton (-11.5%). Hixton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Blair spend roughly 14.6% of their income on rent, more than the 9% in Hixton.