Glendale, WI vs Oak Creek, WI

Glendale, WI and Oak Creek, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.9% difference in their overall index. Glendale scores 96 while Oak Creek scores 101 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 $1,397/month in Oak Creek — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Glendale is more affordable at $260,300 median vs $305,100.

Median household income in Glendale is $77,096 compared to $93,120 in Oak Creek (-17.2%). While Oak Creek 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 18% in Oak Creek.