Pepin, WI vs Wheeler, WI

Pepin, WI and Wheeler, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.4% difference in their overall index. Pepin scores 73 while Wheeler scores 74 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 Pepin is $837/month compared to $1,042/month in Wheeler — a 20% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Pepin has cheaper rent, Wheeler actually has lower median home values ($112,500 vs $184,200).

Median household income in Pepin is $72,500 compared to $73,750 in Wheeler (-1.7%). While Wheeler is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Pepin spend roughly 13.9% of their income on rent, less than the 17% in Wheeler.