Cleveland, WI vs Star Prairie, WI

Cleveland is moderately more affordable than Star Prairie, with a 14.7% lower cost of living index. Cleveland scores 76 compared to 89 for Star Prairie, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Star Prairie can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Cleveland is $921/month compared to $988/month in Star Prairie — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Cleveland is more affordable at $192,500 median vs $269,800.

Median household income in Cleveland is $75,000 compared to $71,667 in Star Prairie (+4.7%). Cleveland offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Cleveland spend roughly 14.7% of their income on rent, less than the 16.5% in Star Prairie.