Fall River, WI vs Poplar, WI

Poplar is moderately more affordable than Fall River, with a 8.1% lower cost of living index. Fall River scores 87 compared to 81 for Poplar, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Fall River can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fall River is $1,154/month compared to $1,125/month in Poplar — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Poplar is more affordable at $197,400 median vs $229,100.

Median household income in Fall River is $73,229 compared to $92,188 in Poplar (-20.6%). Poplar offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Fall River spend roughly 18.9% of their income on rent, more than the 14.6% in Poplar.