Johnson Creek, WI vs Lyons, WI

Johnson Creek is moderately more affordable than Lyons, with a 13% lower cost of living index. Johnson Creek scores 92 compared to 106 for Lyons, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lyons can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Johnson Creek is $1,161/month compared to $1,612/month in Lyons — a 28% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Johnson Creek has cheaper rent, Lyons actually has lower median home values ($284,300 vs $289,000).

Median household income in Johnson Creek is $94,552 compared to $94,483 in Lyons (+0.1%). Johnson Creek offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Johnson Creek spend roughly 14.7% of their income on rent, less than the 20.5% in Lyons.