Chetek, WI vs Milton, WI

Chetek is moderately more affordable than Milton, with a 5.3% lower cost of living index. Chetek scores 74 compared to 78 for Milton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Milton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Chetek is $921/month compared to $940/month in Milton — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Chetek is more affordable at $156,500 median vs $210,500.

Median household income in Chetek is $59,554 compared to $84,648 in Milton (-29.6%). While Milton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Chetek spend roughly 18.6% of their income on rent, more than the 13.3% in Milton.