Salem Lakes, WI vs Union Grove, WI

Union Grove is moderately more affordable than Salem Lakes, with a 7.2% lower cost of living index. Salem Lakes scores 93 compared to 86 for Union Grove, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Salem Lakes can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Salem Lakes is $1,132/month compared to $1,051/month in Union Grove — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Union Grove is more affordable at $258,100 median vs $281,500.

Median household income in Salem Lakes is $94,554 compared to $94,621 in Union Grove (-0.1%). Union Grove offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Salem Lakes spend roughly 14.4% of their income on rent, more than the 13.3% in Union Grove.