Rock Falls, WI vs Wilton, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Wilton is 15.3% cheaper than Rock Falls. With a cost index of 63 vs 73, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Wilton to Rock Falls should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Rock Falls is $900/month compared to $575/month in Wilton — a 57% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Wilton is more affordable at $156,300 median vs $165,000.

Median household income in Rock Falls is $68,500 compared to $80,750 in Wilton (-15.2%). Wilton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Rock Falls spend roughly 15.8% of their income on rent, more than the 8.5% in Wilton.