Colby, WI vs Hewitt, WI

Colby, WI and Hewitt, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.3% difference in their overall index. Colby scores 69 while Hewitt scores 70 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 Colby is $821/month compared to $675/month in Hewitt — a 22% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hewitt has cheaper rent, Colby actually has lower median home values ($147,900 vs $207,100).

Median household income in Colby is $52,574 compared to $89,013 in Hewitt (-40.9%). While Hewitt is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Colby spend roughly 18.7% of their income on rent, more than the 9.1% in Hewitt.