Janesville, WI vs Middleton, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Janesville is 28.1% cheaper than Middleton. With a cost index of 81 vs 112, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Janesville to Middleton should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Janesville is $1,037/month compared to $1,357/month in Middleton — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Janesville is more affordable at $209,700 median vs $457,400.

Median household income in Janesville is $71,664 compared to $85,526 in Middleton (-16.2%). The higher salaries in Middleton partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Janesville spend roughly 17.4% of their income on rent, less than the 19% in Middleton.