Hartford, WI vs West Salem, WI

Hartford, WI and West Salem, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.3% difference in their overall index. Hartford scores 88 while West Salem 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 Hartford is $1,095/month compared to $1,142/month in West Salem — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hartford is more affordable at $261,300 median vs $269,300.

Median household income in Hartford is $74,252 compared to $90,991 in West Salem (-18.4%). While West Salem is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hartford spend roughly 17.7% of their income on rent, more than the 15.1% in West Salem.