Cambridge, WI vs Medford, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Medford is 28.1% cheaper than Cambridge. With a cost index of 71 vs 91, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Medford to Cambridge should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Cambridge is $1,120/month compared to $809/month in Medford — a 38% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Medford is more affordable at $175,300 median vs $280,000.

Median household income in Cambridge is $93,424 compared to $53,173 in Medford (+75.7%). While Cambridge is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Cambridge spend roughly 14.4% of their income on rent, less than the 18.3% in Medford.