Durand, WI vs Soldiers Grove, WI

Durand, WI and Soldiers Grove, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.1% difference in their overall index. Durand scores 68 while Soldiers Grove scores 66 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 Durand is $791/month compared to $747/month in Soldiers Grove — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Soldiers Grove has cheaper rent, Durand actually has lower median home values ($138,800 vs $145,100).

Median household income in Durand is $57,885 compared to $42,500 in Soldiers Grove (+36.2%). While Durand is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Durand spend roughly 16.4% of their income on rent, less than the 21.1% in Soldiers Grove.