Fennimore, WI vs Jefferson, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Fennimore is 20.2% cheaper than Jefferson. With a cost index of 66 vs 83, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Fennimore to Jefferson should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Fennimore is $694/month compared to $1,041/month in Jefferson — a 33% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Fennimore is more affordable at $146,200 median vs $222,100.

Median household income in Fennimore is $64,891 compared to $77,095 in Jefferson (-15.8%). The higher salaries in Jefferson partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Fennimore spend roughly 12.8% of their income on rent, less than the 16.2% in Jefferson.