Bristol, WI vs Salem Lakes, WI

Bristol, WI and Salem Lakes, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.3% difference in their overall index. Bristol scores 96 while Salem Lakes 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 $1,132/month in Salem Lakes — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Salem Lakes is more affordable at $281,500 median vs $288,800.

Median household income in Bristol is $109,917 compared to $94,554 in Salem Lakes (+16.2%). 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 14.4% in Salem Lakes.