New Berlin, WI vs Onalaska, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Onalaska is 18.8% cheaper than New Berlin. With a cost index of 88 vs 104, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Onalaska to New Berlin should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in New Berlin is $1,409/month compared to $1,096/month in Onalaska — a 29% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Onalaska is more affordable at $279,100 median vs $343,500.

Median household income in New Berlin is $97,414 compared to $84,898 in Onalaska (+14.7%). The higher salaries in New Berlin partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of New Berlin spend roughly 17.4% of their income on rent, more than the 15.5% in Onalaska.