Jefferson, WI vs Marshfield, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Marshfield is 18.4% cheaper than Jefferson. With a cost index of 70 vs 83, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Marshfield to Jefferson should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Jefferson is $1,041/month compared to $798/month in Marshfield — a 31% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Marshfield is more affordable at $169,900 median vs $222,100.

Median household income in Jefferson is $77,095 compared to $59,294 in Marshfield (+30%). While Jefferson is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Jefferson spend roughly 16.2% of their income on rent, less than the 16.2% in Marshfield.