Ashland, WI vs Marshfield, WI

Ashland, WI and Marshfield, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.6% difference in their overall index. Ashland scores 67 while Marshfield scores 70 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 Ashland is $697/month compared to $798/month in Marshfield — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ashland is more affordable at $162,200 median vs $169,900.

Median household income in Ashland is $49,258 compared to $59,294 in Marshfield (-16.9%). While Marshfield 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, more than the 16.2% in Marshfield.