Ashland, WI vs Walworth, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Ashland is 18.9% cheaper than Walworth. 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 Walworth should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Ashland is $697/month compared to $965/month in Walworth — a 28% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ashland is more affordable at $162,200 median vs $254,400.

Median household income in Ashland is $49,258 compared to $64,125 in Walworth (-23.2%). While Walworth 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 18.1% in Walworth.