Greendale, WI vs Wind Lake, WI

Greendale, WI and Wind Lake, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.9% difference in their overall index. Greendale scores 93 while Wind Lake scores 98 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 Greendale is $1,177/month compared to $1,158/month in Wind Lake — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wind Lake has cheaper rent, Greendale actually has lower median home values ($289,600 vs $357,500).

Median household income in Greendale is $95,015 compared to $100,306 in Wind Lake (-5.3%). While Wind Lake is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Greendale spend roughly 14.9% of their income on rent, more than the 13.9% in Wind Lake.