Eagle River, WI vs Wilton, WI

Wilton is moderately more affordable than Eagle River, with a 14.9% lower cost of living index. Eagle River scores 73 compared to 63 for Wilton, 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 $575/month in Wilton — a 50% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Wilton is more affordable at $156,300 median vs $165,100.

Median household income in Eagle River is $52,027 compared to $80,750 in Wilton (-35.6%). Wilton 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 8.5% in Wilton.