Merrill, WI vs Neenah, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Merrill is 16% cheaper than Neenah. With a cost index of 65 vs 77, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Merrill to Neenah should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Merrill is $784/month compared to $970/month in Neenah — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Merrill is more affordable at $113,200 median vs $194,700.

Median household income in Merrill is $49,947 compared to $73,880 in Neenah (-32.4%). While Neenah is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Merrill spend roughly 18.8% of their income on rent, more than the 15.8% in Neenah.