Independence, WI vs Rudolph, WI

Rudolph is moderately more affordable than Independence, with a 7.2% lower cost of living index. Independence scores 71 compared to 67 for Rudolph, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Independence can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Independence is $856/month compared to $663/month in Rudolph — a 29% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Rudolph has cheaper rent, Independence actually has lower median home values ($152,600 vs $165,500).

Median household income in Independence is $54,967 compared to $61,250 in Rudolph (-10.3%). Rudolph offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Independence spend roughly 18.7% of their income on rent, more than the 13% in Rudolph.