Muskego, WI vs Sturgeon Bay, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Sturgeon Bay is 28.6% cheaper than Muskego. With a cost index of 81 vs 105, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Sturgeon Bay to Muskego should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Muskego is $1,292/month compared to $1,011/month in Sturgeon Bay — a 28% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Sturgeon Bay is more affordable at $217,600 median vs $390,900.

Median household income in Muskego is $116,361 compared to $56,882 in Sturgeon Bay (+104.6%). While Muskego is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Muskego spend roughly 13.3% of their income on rent, less than the 21.3% in Sturgeon Bay.