McFarland, WI vs New Holstein, WI

The cost of living difference between McFarland, WI and New Holstein, WI is dramatic. New Holstein is 56% cheaper than McFarland, a gap that translates to thousands of dollars per year in household expenses. McFarland has a cost index of 107 while New Holstein sits at 69, making this one of the more striking comparisons on our site. Relocating between these cities would require a serious reassessment of budget and lifestyle expectations.

On the housing front, median rent in McFarland is $1,447/month compared to $736/month in New Holstein — a 97% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: New Holstein is more affordable at $165,900 median vs $363,400.

Median household income in McFarland is $93,810 compared to $61,086 in New Holstein (+53.6%). The higher salaries in McFarland partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of McFarland spend roughly 18.5% of their income on rent, more than the 14.5% in New Holstein.