Kimberly, WI vs South Milwaukee, WI

Kimberly, WI and South Milwaukee, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.2% difference in their overall index. Kimberly scores 81 while South Milwaukee scores 82 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 Kimberly is $1,056/month compared to $1,014/month in South Milwaukee — a 4% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while South Milwaukee has cheaper rent, Kimberly actually has lower median home values ($196,900 vs $216,400).

Median household income in Kimberly is $68,295 compared to $70,146 in South Milwaukee (-2.6%). While South Milwaukee is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Kimberly spend roughly 18.6% of their income on rent, more than the 17.3% in South Milwaukee.