Ellsworth, WI vs Strum, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Strum is 15% cheaper than Ellsworth. With a cost index of 73 vs 83, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Strum to Ellsworth should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Ellsworth is $926/month compared to $827/month in Strum — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Strum is more affordable at $188,100 median vs $229,400.

Median household income in Ellsworth is $72,609 compared to $70,192 in Strum (+3.4%). Ellsworth does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Ellsworth spend roughly 15.3% of their income on rent, more than the 14.1% in Strum.