New Richmond, WI vs Sauk City, WI

New Richmond, WI and Sauk City, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.1% difference in their overall index. New Richmond scores 91 while Sauk City scores 89 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in New Richmond is $1,070/month compared to $1,105/month in Sauk City — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: New Richmond is more affordable at $269,000 median vs $269,500.

Median household income in New Richmond is $87,500 compared to $82,813 in Sauk City (+5.7%). While New Richmond 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 Richmond spend roughly 14.7% of their income on rent, less than the 16% in Sauk City.