Chilton, WI vs Marathon City, WI

Chilton, WI and Marathon City, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.3% difference in their overall index. Chilton scores 69 while Marathon City scores 71 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 Chilton is $748/month compared to $760/month in Marathon City — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Chilton is more affordable at $160,100 median vs $196,600.

Median household income in Chilton is $77,935 compared to $90,000 in Marathon City (-13.4%). While Marathon City is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Chilton spend roughly 11.5% of their income on rent, more than the 10.1% in Marathon City.