New Auburn, WI vs Phillips, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Phillips is 17% cheaper than New Auburn. With a cost index of 65 vs 76, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Phillips to New Auburn should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in New Auburn is $1,010/month compared to $808/month in Phillips — a 25% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Phillips is more affordable at $93,000 median vs $164,400.

Median household income in New Auburn is $67,981 compared to $46,250 in Phillips (+47%). While New Auburn is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of New Auburn spend roughly 17.8% of their income on rent, less than the 21% in Phillips.