Hartland, WI vs Middleton, WI

Hartland is moderately more affordable than Middleton, with a 14.2% lower cost of living index. Hartland scores 96 compared to 112 for Middleton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Middleton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hartland is $1,104/month compared to $1,357/month in Middleton — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hartland is more affordable at $358,000 median vs $457,400.

Median household income in Hartland is $87,297 compared to $85,526 in Middleton (+2.1%). Hartland offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hartland spend roughly 15.2% of their income on rent, less than the 19% in Middleton.