Brule, WI vs New Auburn, WI

Brule, WI and New Auburn, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.3% difference in their overall index. Brule scores 75 while New Auburn scores 76 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 Brule is $864/month compared to $1,010/month in New Auburn — a 15% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Brule has cheaper rent, New Auburn actually has lower median home values ($164,400 vs $225,000).

Median household income in Brule is $64,500 compared to $67,981 in New Auburn (-5.1%). While New Auburn is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Brule spend roughly 16.1% of their income on rent, less than the 17.8% in New Auburn.