Edgerton, WI vs River Falls, WI

Edgerton is moderately more affordable than River Falls, with a 8.7% lower cost of living index. Edgerton scores 85 compared to 93 for River Falls, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of River Falls can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Edgerton is $1,081/month compared to $1,050/month in River Falls — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while River Falls has cheaper rent, Edgerton actually has lower median home values ($243,900 vs $299,800).

Median household income in Edgerton is $84,185 compared to $78,078 in River Falls (+7.8%). Edgerton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Edgerton spend roughly 15.4% of their income on rent, less than the 16.1% in River Falls.