Stevens Point, WI vs Tomah, WI

Stevens Point, WI and Tomah, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.8% difference in their overall index. Stevens Point scores 75 while Tomah scores 74 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 Stevens Point is $874/month compared to $927/month in Tomah — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Stevens Point has cheaper rent, Tomah actually has lower median home values ($162,900 vs $189,700).

Median household income in Stevens Point is $56,218 compared to $51,185 in Tomah (+9.8%). While Stevens Point is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Stevens Point spend roughly 18.7% of their income on rent, less than the 21.7% in Tomah.