Fountain City, WI vs Wheeler, WI

Fountain City, WI and Wheeler, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.8% difference in their overall index. Fountain City scores 72 while Wheeler scores 74 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 Fountain City is $865/month compared to $1,042/month in Wheeler — a 17% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Fountain City has cheaper rent, Wheeler actually has lower median home values ($112,500 vs $161,700).

Median household income in Fountain City is $51,759 compared to $73,750 in Wheeler (-29.8%). While Wheeler is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Fountain City spend roughly 20.1% of their income on rent, more than the 17% in Wheeler.