Moving from Green Bay to Fayetteville (2026)

Fayetteville has a COL index of 84 vs 86 for Green Bay (100 = US average). You'd pay about 2% less for the same lifestyle.

Save ~$80/mo
on core expenses · $75K salary baseline

Key differences

COL index
8684
100 = US avg
1BR rent
$1,250$1,200
per month
State tax
7.7%4.5%
income tax
Take-home at $75K
$4,259$4,459
per month

Salary needed in Fayetteville to match your Green Bay lifestyle

Based on the 2% cost of living decrease between the two cities.

Your salary in Green BayEquivalent in Fayetteville
$40K$39,070
$50K$48,837
$60K$58,605
$75K$73,256
$80K$78,140
$100K$97,674
$120K$117,209
$150K$146,512

Monthly budget at $75K — Green Bay vs Fayetteville

ExpenseGreen BayFayetteville
Monthly take-home$4,259$4,459
1BR rent$1,250$1,200
Groceries$365$353
Transport$48$42
Utilities$158$148
Internet$60$58
Left after essentials$2,378$2,658

Frequently asked questions

Is Fayetteville cheaper than Green Bay?

Yes. Fayetteville has a cost of living index of 84 vs 86 for Green Bay (100 = US average). That's about 2% cheaper.

How much will I save moving from Green Bay to Fayetteville?

On a $75K salary, moving from Green Bay to Fayetteville could save roughly $80/month on core expenses. That's ~$960/year.

What salary do I need in Fayetteville to match my Green Bay lifestyle?

To maintain the same purchasing power as $75,000 in Green Bay, you'd need roughly $73,256/year in Fayetteville. This is based on the overall COL index difference between the two cities.

Estimates based on Q1 2026 COL index and market data. Budget uses simplified federal/state tax rates at $75K. Zillow · BLS · Numbeo · For general guidance only