Chilton, WI vs Stratford, WI

Chilton is moderately more affordable than Stratford, with a 7.2% lower cost of living index. Chilton scores 69 compared to 74 for Stratford, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Stratford can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Chilton is $748/month compared to $877/month in Stratford — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Chilton is more affordable at $160,100 median vs $189,700.

Median household income in Chilton is $77,935 compared to $65,880 in Stratford (+18.3%). Chilton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Chilton spend roughly 11.5% of their income on rent, less than the 16% in Stratford.