Hudson, WI vs Oak Creek, WI

Oak Creek is moderately more affordable than Hudson, with a 6.4% lower cost of living index. Hudson scores 107 compared to 101 for Oak Creek, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hudson can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hudson is $1,377/month compared to $1,397/month in Oak Creek — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hudson has cheaper rent, Oak Creek actually has lower median home values ($305,100 vs $355,000).

Median household income in Hudson is $97,036 compared to $93,120 in Oak Creek (+4.2%). The higher salaries in Hudson partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Hudson spend roughly 17% of their income on rent, less than the 18% in Oak Creek.