Ashland, WI vs Lomira, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Ashland is 18.3% cheaper than Lomira. With a cost index of 67 vs 83, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Ashland to Lomira should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Ashland is $697/month compared to $1,087/month in Lomira — a 36% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ashland is more affordable at $162,200 median vs $207,200.

Median household income in Ashland is $49,258 compared to $66,471 in Lomira (-25.9%). While Lomira is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Ashland spend roughly 17% of their income on rent, less than the 19.6% in Lomira.