Hillsboro, WI vs Lancaster, WI

Hillsboro, WI and Lancaster, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.6% difference in their overall index. Hillsboro scores 67 while Lancaster scores 71 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 Hillsboro is $775/month compared to $770/month in Lancaster — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lancaster has cheaper rent, Hillsboro actually has lower median home values ($146,600 vs $173,300).

Median household income in Hillsboro is $63,750 compared to $80,625 in Lancaster (-20.9%). While Lancaster is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hillsboro spend roughly 14.6% of their income on rent, more than the 11.5% in Lancaster.