Greenfield, WI vs Hartford, WI

Greenfield, WI and Hartford, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.3% difference in their overall index. Greenfield scores 88 while Hartford scores 88 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 Greenfield is $1,123/month compared to $1,095/month in Hartford — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hartford has cheaper rent, Greenfield actually has lower median home values ($247,800 vs $261,300).

Median household income in Greenfield is $69,016 compared to $74,252 in Hartford (-7.1%). While Hartford is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Greenfield spend roughly 19.5% of their income on rent, more than the 17.7% in Hartford.