Germantown, WI vs Windsor, WI

Germantown, WI and Windsor, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.8% difference in their overall index. Germantown scores 102 while Windsor scores 106 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 Germantown is $1,310/month compared to $1,322/month in Windsor — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Germantown is more affordable at $356,700 median vs $399,900.

Median household income in Germantown is $104,337 compared to $115,111 in Windsor (-9.4%). While Windsor is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Germantown spend roughly 15.1% of their income on rent, more than the 13.8% in Windsor.