Franklin, WI vs Hudson, WI

Franklin is moderately more affordable than Hudson, with a 5.2% lower cost of living index. Franklin scores 102 compared to 107 for Hudson, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hudson can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Franklin is $1,325/month compared to $1,377/month in Hudson — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Franklin is more affordable at $343,400 median vs $355,000.

Median household income in Franklin is $108,342 compared to $97,036 in Hudson (+11.7%). Franklin offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Franklin spend roughly 14.7% of their income on rent, less than the 17% in Hudson.