Mattoon, WI vs Niagara, WI

Mattoon, WI and Niagara, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.3% difference in their overall index. Mattoon scores 65 while Niagara scores 64 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 Mattoon is $867/month compared to $780/month in Niagara — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Niagara has cheaper rent, Mattoon actually has lower median home values ($82,900 vs $90,200).

Median household income in Mattoon is $70,500 compared to $57,500 in Niagara (+22.6%). While Mattoon is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Mattoon spend roughly 14.8% of their income on rent, less than the 16.3% in Niagara.