Manitowoc, WI vs Stoughton, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Manitowoc is 25.3% cheaper than Stoughton. With a cost index of 69 vs 92, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Manitowoc to Stoughton should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Manitowoc is $787/month compared to $1,155/month in Stoughton — a 32% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Manitowoc is more affordable at $143,900 median vs $283,900.

Median household income in Manitowoc is $62,133 compared to $78,517 in Stoughton (-20.9%). The higher salaries in Stoughton partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Manitowoc spend roughly 15.2% of their income on rent, less than the 17.7% in Stoughton.