Delavan, WI vs Wales, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Delavan is 26.3% cheaper than Wales. With a cost index of 81 vs 110, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Delavan to Wales should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Delavan is $1,053/month compared to $1,473/month in Wales — a 29% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Delavan is more affordable at $194,500 median vs $383,600.

Median household income in Delavan is $71,121 compared to $110,804 in Wales (-35.8%). While Wales is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Delavan spend roughly 17.8% of their income on rent, more than the 16% in Wales.