Janesville, WI vs Kenosha, WI

Janesville is moderately more affordable than Kenosha, with a 7.2% lower cost of living index. Janesville scores 81 compared to 87 for Kenosha, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kenosha can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Janesville is $1,037/month compared to $1,137/month in Kenosha — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Janesville is more affordable at $209,700 median vs $210,500.

Median household income in Janesville is $71,664 compared to $68,532 in Kenosha (+4.6%). Janesville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Janesville spend roughly 17.4% of their income on rent, less than the 19.9% in Kenosha.