Bristol, WI vs Greendale, WI

Bristol, WI and Greendale, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.9% difference in their overall index. Bristol scores 96 while Greendale scores 93 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Bristol is $1,213/month compared to $1,177/month in Greendale — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Greendale has cheaper rent, Bristol actually has lower median home values ($288,800 vs $289,600).

Median household income in Bristol is $109,917 compared to $95,015 in Greendale (+15.7%). While Bristol is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Bristol spend roughly 13.2% of their income on rent, less than the 14.9% in Greendale.