Marshfield, WI vs Sheboygan, WI

Marshfield, WI and Sheboygan, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.8% difference in their overall index. Marshfield scores 70 while Sheboygan scores 72 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 Marshfield is $798/month compared to $874/month in Sheboygan — a 9% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Marshfield has cheaper rent, Sheboygan actually has lower median home values ($165,200 vs $169,900).

Median household income in Marshfield is $59,294 compared to $62,953 in Sheboygan (-5.8%). While Sheboygan is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Marshfield spend roughly 16.2% of their income on rent, less than the 16.7% in Sheboygan.