Ellsworth, WI vs Sturgeon Bay, WI

Ellsworth, WI and Sturgeon Bay, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.4% difference in their overall index. Ellsworth scores 83 while Sturgeon Bay scores 81 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 Ellsworth is $926/month compared to $1,011/month in Sturgeon Bay — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Ellsworth has cheaper rent, Sturgeon Bay actually has lower median home values ($217,600 vs $229,400).

Median household income in Ellsworth is $72,609 compared to $56,882 in Sturgeon Bay (+27.6%). While Ellsworth is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Ellsworth spend roughly 15.3% of their income on rent, less than the 21.3% in Sturgeon Bay.