Edgerton, WI vs Hammond, WI

Edgerton, WI and Hammond, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1% difference in their overall index. Edgerton scores 85 while Hammond scores 84 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 Edgerton is $1,081/month compared to $935/month in Hammond — a 16% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hammond is more affordable at $232,700 median vs $243,900.

Median household income in Edgerton is $84,185 compared to $82,159 in Hammond (+2.5%). While Edgerton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Edgerton spend roughly 15.4% of their income on rent, more than the 13.7% in Hammond.