Lancaster, WI vs Marathon City, WI

Lancaster, WI and Marathon City, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.6% difference in their overall index. Lancaster scores 71 while Marathon City scores 71 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 Lancaster is $770/month compared to $760/month in Marathon City — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Marathon City has cheaper rent, Lancaster actually has lower median home values ($173,300 vs $196,600).

Median household income in Lancaster is $80,625 compared to $90,000 in Marathon City (-10.4%). While Marathon City is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lancaster spend roughly 11.5% of their income on rent, more than the 10.1% in Marathon City.