Kohler, WI vs Waterford, WI

Waterford is moderately more affordable than Kohler, with a 6.2% lower cost of living index. Kohler scores 104 compared to 98 for Waterford, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kohler can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Kohler is $1,375/month compared to $1,278/month in Waterford — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Waterford is more affordable at $312,700 median vs $369,300.

Median household income in Kohler is $135,688 compared to $80,380 in Waterford (+68.8%). While Kohler is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Kohler spend roughly 12.2% of their income on rent, less than the 19.1% in Waterford.