Benton, WI vs Lomira, WI

Benton is moderately more affordable than Lomira, with a 6.6% lower cost of living index. Benton scores 77 compared to 83 for Lomira, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lomira can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Benton is $1,079/month compared to $1,087/month in Lomira — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Benton is more affordable at $139,300 median vs $207,200.

Median household income in Benton is $63,594 compared to $66,471 in Lomira (-4.3%). The higher salaries in Lomira partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Benton spend roughly 20.4% of their income on rent, more than the 19.6% in Lomira.