Cost of Living in Cambridge, WI

With a cost of living index of 91, Cambridge, WI is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 10% cheaper than the national average and 11% above the Wisconsin state average of 79. Cambridge is a small community of 1,507 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Cambridge's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,120 (15% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $280,000 (8% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Cambridge is $93,424, which is 24% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 14% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Everyday prices in the Madison, WI (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.