Luck, WI vs Waterloo, WI

Luck is moderately more affordable than Waterloo, with a 12.2% lower cost of living index. Luck scores 71 compared to 81 for Waterloo, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Waterloo can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Luck is $867/month compared to $974/month in Waterloo — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Luck is more affordable at $145,300 median vs $219,100.

Median household income in Luck is $69,239 compared to $78,103 in Waterloo (-11.3%). The higher salaries in Waterloo partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Luck spend roughly 15% of their income on rent, less than the 15% in Waterloo.