Kiel, WI vs Shullsburg, WI

Kiel, WI and Shullsburg, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.9% difference in their overall index. Kiel scores 73 while Shullsburg scores 71 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Kiel is $845/month compared to $909/month in Shullsburg — a 7% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Kiel has cheaper rent, Shullsburg actually has lower median home values ($130,700 vs $172,300).

Median household income in Kiel is $73,914 compared to $58,500 in Shullsburg (+26.3%). While Kiel is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Kiel spend roughly 13.7% of their income on rent, less than the 18.6% in Shullsburg.