Ironton, WI vs Stoddard, WI

Ironton, WI and Stoddard, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.5% difference in their overall index. Ironton scores 69 while Stoddard scores 70 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 Ironton is $950/month compared to $796/month in Stoddard — a 19% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Stoddard has cheaper rent, Ironton actually has lower median home values ($85,000 vs $169,700).

Median household income in Ironton is $46,250 compared to $61,477 in Stoddard (-24.8%). While Stoddard is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Ironton spend roughly 24.6% of their income on rent, more than the 15.5% in Stoddard.