Greenfield, WI vs Pewaukee, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Greenfield is 23% cheaper than Pewaukee. With a cost index of 88 vs 114, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Greenfield to Pewaukee should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Greenfield is $1,123/month compared to $1,485/month in Pewaukee — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Greenfield is more affordable at $247,800 median vs $434,700.

Median household income in Greenfield is $69,016 compared to $112,093 in Pewaukee (-38.4%). While Pewaukee 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 15.9% in Pewaukee.