Middleton, WI vs St. Francis, WI

The cost of living difference between Middleton, WI and St. Francis, WI is dramatic. St. Francis is 44.7% cheaper than Middleton, a gap that translates to thousands of dollars per year in household expenses. Middleton has a cost index of 112 while St. Francis sits at 78, making this one of the more striking comparisons on our site. Relocating between these cities would require a serious reassessment of budget and lifestyle expectations.

On the housing front, median rent in Middleton is $1,357/month compared to $893/month in St. Francis — a 52% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: St. Francis is more affordable at $207,200 median vs $457,400.

Median household income in Middleton is $85,526 compared to $58,490 in St. Francis (+46.2%). While Middleton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Middleton spend roughly 19% of their income on rent, more than the 18.3% in St. Francis.