Glendale, WI vs Menomonee Falls, WI

Glendale, WI and Menomonee Falls, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.7% difference in their overall index. Glendale scores 96 while Menomonee Falls scores 100 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 Glendale is $1,354/month compared to $1,257/month in Menomonee Falls — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Menomonee Falls has cheaper rent, Glendale actually has lower median home values ($260,300 vs $341,600).

Median household income in Glendale is $77,096 compared to $98,460 in Menomonee Falls (-21.7%). While Menomonee Falls is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Glendale spend roughly 21.1% of their income on rent, more than the 15.3% in Menomonee Falls.