Galesville, WI vs Melrose, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Melrose is 22.2% cheaper than Galesville. With a cost index of 65 vs 80, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Melrose to Galesville should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Galesville is $959/month compared to $742/month in Melrose — a 29% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Melrose is more affordable at $137,500 median vs $219,100.

Median household income in Galesville is $69,007 compared to $50,208 in Melrose (+37.4%). While Galesville is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Galesville spend roughly 16.7% of their income on rent, less than the 17.7% in Melrose.