Fredonia, WI vs Waupaca, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Waupaca is 21.8% cheaper than Fredonia. With a cost index of 70 vs 86, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Waupaca to Fredonia should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Fredonia is $1,009/month compared to $748/month in Waupaca — a 35% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Waupaca is more affordable at $177,600 median vs $261,400.

Median household income in Fredonia is $86,442 compared to $52,586 in Waupaca (+64.4%). While Fredonia is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Fredonia spend roughly 14% of their income on rent, less than the 17.1% in Waupaca.