Cameron, WI vs Park Ridge, WI

Cameron, WI and Park Ridge, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.4% difference in their overall index. Cameron scores 78 while Park Ridge scores 80 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 Cameron is $998/month compared to $850/month in Park Ridge — a 17% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Park Ridge has cheaper rent, Cameron actually has lower median home values ($177,100 vs $265,200).

Median household income in Cameron is $59,444 compared to $82,083 in Park Ridge (-27.6%). While Park Ridge is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Cameron spend roughly 20.1% of their income on rent, more than the 12.4% in Park Ridge.