Cornell, WI vs Lancaster, WI

Cornell, WI and Lancaster, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.8% difference in their overall index. Cornell scores 68 while Lancaster scores 71 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 Cornell is $796/month compared to $770/month in Lancaster — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lancaster has cheaper rent, Cornell actually has lower median home values ($142,100 vs $173,300).

Median household income in Cornell is $60,667 compared to $80,625 in Lancaster (-24.8%). While Lancaster is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Cornell spend roughly 15.7% of their income on rent, more than the 11.5% in Lancaster.