Friesland, WI vs Plain, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Friesland is 15.8% cheaper than Plain. With a cost index of 68 vs 81, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Friesland to Plain should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Friesland is $738/month compared to $972/month in Plain — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Friesland is more affordable at $147,200 median vs $223,600.

Median household income in Friesland is $76,818 compared to $85,938 in Plain (-10.6%). The higher salaries in Plain partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Friesland spend roughly 11.5% of their income on rent, less than the 13.6% in Plain.