Elk Mound, WI vs Maribel, WI

Maribel is moderately more affordable than Elk Mound, with a 12.8% lower cost of living index. Elk Mound scores 74 compared to 65 for Maribel, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Elk Mound can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Elk Mound is $984/month compared to $592/month in Maribel — a 66% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Maribel has cheaper rent, Elk Mound actually has lower median home values ($142,500 vs $174,400).

Median household income in Elk Mound is $62,167 compared to $71,094 in Maribel (-12.6%). Maribel offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Elk Mound spend roughly 19% of their income on rent, more than the 10% in Maribel.