Neillsville, WI vs Plain, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Neillsville is 22.4% cheaper than Plain. With a cost index of 63 vs 81, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Neillsville to Plain should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Neillsville is $680/month compared to $972/month in Plain — a 30% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Neillsville is more affordable at $111,300 median vs $223,600.

Median household income in Neillsville is $58,239 compared to $85,938 in Plain (-32.2%). While Plain is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Neillsville spend roughly 14% of their income on rent, more than the 13.6% in Plain.