Benton, WI vs Maine, WI

Benton, WI and Maine, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.4% difference in their overall index. Benton scores 77 while Maine scores 81 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 Benton is $1,079/month compared to $902/month in Maine — a 20% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Maine has cheaper rent, Benton actually has lower median home values ($139,300 vs $262,100).

Median household income in Benton is $63,594 compared to $110,592 in Maine (-42.5%). While Maine is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Benton spend roughly 20.4% of their income on rent, more than the 9.8% in Maine.