Montello, WI vs South Wayne, WI

Montello, WI and South Wayne, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.7% difference in their overall index. Montello scores 66 while South Wayne scores 68 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 Montello is $683/month compared to $810/month in South Wayne — a 16% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Montello has cheaper rent, South Wayne actually has lower median home values ($123,000 vs $155,600).

Median household income in Montello is $54,023 compared to $64,028 in South Wayne (-15.6%). While South Wayne is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Montello spend roughly 15.2% of their income on rent, less than the 15.2% in South Wayne.