Newburg, WI vs Rochester, WI

Newburg, WI and Rochester, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.4% difference in their overall index. Newburg scores 86 while Rochester 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 Newburg is $1,080/month compared to $920/month in Rochester — a 17% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Rochester has cheaper rent, Newburg actually has lower median home values ($242,500 vs $340,900).

Median household income in Newburg is $71,786 compared to $104,429 in Rochester (-31.3%). While Rochester is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Newburg spend roughly 18.1% of their income on rent, more than the 10.6% in Rochester.