Port Washington, WI vs Saukville, WI

Port Washington, WI and Saukville, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1% difference in their overall index. Port Washington scores 87 while Saukville scores 86 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 Port Washington is $1,021/month compared to $964/month in Saukville — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Saukville has cheaper rent, Port Washington actually has lower median home values ($276,000 vs $286,400).

Median household income in Port Washington is $81,582 compared to $79,148 in Saukville (+3.1%). While Port Washington is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Port Washington spend roughly 15% of their income on rent, more than the 14.6% in Saukville.