Ashland, WI vs Osceola, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Ashland is 20.4% cheaper than Osceola. With a cost index of 67 vs 85, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Ashland to Osceola should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Ashland is $697/month compared to $1,019/month in Osceola — a 32% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ashland is more affordable at $162,200 median vs $210,800.

Median household income in Ashland is $49,258 compared to $61,029 in Osceola (-19.3%). The higher salaries in Osceola partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Ashland spend roughly 17% of their income on rent, less than the 20% in Osceola.