Clayton, WI vs Tony, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Clayton is 16.8% cheaper than Tony. With a cost index of 67 vs 81, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Clayton to Tony should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Clayton is $793/month compared to $1,375/month in Tony — a 42% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Clayton has cheaper rent, Tony actually has lower median home values ($72,500 vs $122,300).

Median household income in Clayton is $49,306 compared to $88,750 in Tony (-44.4%). While Tony is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Clayton spend roughly 19.3% of their income on rent, more than the 18.6% in Tony.