Manitowoc, WI vs Port Washington, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Manitowoc is 21.2% cheaper than Port Washington. With a cost index of 69 vs 87, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Manitowoc to Port Washington should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Manitowoc is $787/month compared to $1,021/month in Port Washington — a 23% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Manitowoc is more affordable at $143,900 median vs $276,000.

Median household income in Manitowoc is $62,133 compared to $81,582 in Port Washington (-23.8%). While Port Washington is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Manitowoc spend roughly 15.2% of their income on rent, more than the 15% in Port Washington.