Hudson, WI vs Wind Lake, WI

Wind Lake is moderately more affordable than Hudson, with a 9.8% lower cost of living index. Hudson scores 107 compared to 98 for Wind Lake, 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 $1,158/month in Wind Lake — a 19% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wind Lake has cheaper rent, Hudson actually has lower median home values ($355,000 vs $357,500).

Median household income in Hudson is $97,036 compared to $100,306 in Wind Lake (-3.3%). Wind Lake offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hudson spend roughly 17% of their income on rent, more than the 13.9% in Wind Lake.