Cuba City, WI vs Elmwood, WI

Cuba City is moderately more affordable than Elmwood, with a 5.6% lower cost of living index. Cuba City scores 70 compared to 74 for Elmwood, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Elmwood can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Cuba City is $754/month compared to $804/month in Elmwood — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Cuba City has cheaper rent, Elmwood actually has lower median home values ($165,000 vs $176,000).

Median household income in Cuba City is $72,434 compared to $55,313 in Elmwood (+31%). Cuba City offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Cuba City spend roughly 12.5% of their income on rent, less than the 17.4% in Elmwood.