Port Washington, WI vs West Bend, WI

Port Washington, WI and West Bend, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.6% difference in their overall index. Port Washington scores 87 while West Bend scores 85 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 $1,033/month in West Bend — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Port Washington has cheaper rent, West Bend actually has lower median home values ($244,500 vs $276,000).

Median household income in Port Washington is $81,582 compared to $75,043 in West Bend (+8.7%). 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, less than the 16.5% in West Bend.