Cedarburg, WI vs Oak Creek, WI

Cedarburg, WI and Oak Creek, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.6% difference in their overall index. Cedarburg scores 97 while Oak Creek scores 101 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 Cedarburg is $1,057/month compared to $1,397/month in Oak Creek — a 24% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Cedarburg has cheaper rent, Oak Creek actually has lower median home values ($305,100 vs $386,400).

Median household income in Cedarburg is $82,110 compared to $93,120 in Oak Creek (-11.8%). While Oak Creek is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Cedarburg spend roughly 15.4% of their income on rent, less than the 18% in Oak Creek.