Middleton, WI vs New Berlin, WI

New Berlin is moderately more affordable than Middleton, with a 7.5% lower cost of living index. Middleton scores 112 compared to 104 for New Berlin, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Middleton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Middleton is $1,357/month compared to $1,409/month in New Berlin — a 4% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Middleton has cheaper rent, New Berlin actually has lower median home values ($343,500 vs $457,400).

Median household income in Middleton is $85,526 compared to $97,414 in New Berlin (-12.2%). New Berlin offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Middleton spend roughly 19% of their income on rent, more than the 17.4% in New Berlin.