Gilmanton, WI vs Kendall, WI

Kendall is moderately more affordable than Gilmanton, with a 9.8% lower cost of living index. Gilmanton scores 65 compared to 59 for Kendall, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Gilmanton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Gilmanton is $535/month compared to $617/month in Kendall — a 13% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Gilmanton has cheaper rent, Kendall actually has lower median home values ($108,600 vs $205,900).

Median household income in Gilmanton is $52,250 compared to $59,844 in Kendall (-12.7%). Kendall offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Gilmanton spend roughly 12.3% of their income on rent, less than the 12.4% in Kendall.