Jefferson, WI vs Juneau, WI

Juneau is moderately more affordable than Jefferson, with a 11.1% lower cost of living index. Jefferson scores 83 compared to 74 for Juneau, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Jefferson can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Jefferson is $1,041/month compared to $895/month in Juneau — a 16% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Juneau is more affordable at $175,200 median vs $222,100.

Median household income in Jefferson is $77,095 compared to $81,250 in Juneau (-5.1%). Juneau offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Jefferson spend roughly 16.2% of their income on rent, more than the 13.2% in Juneau.