Eagle River, WI vs Livingston, WI

Livingston is moderately more affordable than Eagle River, with a 9% lower cost of living index. Eagle River scores 73 compared to 67 for Livingston, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Eagle River can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Eagle River is $862/month compared to $675/month in Livingston — a 28% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Livingston is more affordable at $153,100 median vs $165,100.

Median household income in Eagle River is $52,027 compared to $65,625 in Livingston (-20.7%). Livingston offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Eagle River spend roughly 19.9% of their income on rent, more than the 12.3% in Livingston.