Manitowoc, WI vs West Allis, WI

Manitowoc is moderately more affordable than West Allis, with a 14.1% lower cost of living index. Manitowoc scores 69 compared to 80 for West Allis, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of West Allis can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Manitowoc is $787/month compared to $1,012/month in West Allis — a 22% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Manitowoc is more affordable at $143,900 median vs $191,700.

Median household income in Manitowoc is $62,133 compared to $69,685 in West Allis (-10.8%). The higher salaries in West Allis 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 17.4% in West Allis.