French Island, WI vs Stratford, WI

Stratford is moderately more affordable than French Island, with a 5.2% lower cost of living index. French Island scores 78 compared to 74 for Stratford, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of French Island can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in French Island is $983/month compared to $877/month in Stratford — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Stratford is more affordable at $189,700 median vs $198,200.

Median household income in French Island is $59,462 compared to $65,880 in Stratford (-9.7%). Stratford offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of French Island spend roughly 19.8% of their income on rent, more than the 16% in Stratford.