Greenfield, WI vs Stoughton, WI

Greenfield, WI and Stoughton, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.4% difference in their overall index. Greenfield scores 88 while Stoughton scores 92 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 Greenfield is $1,123/month compared to $1,155/month in Stoughton — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Greenfield is more affordable at $247,800 median vs $283,900.

Median household income in Greenfield is $69,016 compared to $78,517 in Stoughton (-12.1%). While Stoughton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Greenfield spend roughly 19.5% of their income on rent, more than the 17.7% in Stoughton.