Stevens Point, WI vs Two Rivers, WI

Two Rivers is moderately more affordable than Stevens Point, with a 13.9% lower cost of living index. Stevens Point scores 75 compared to 66 for Two Rivers, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Stevens Point can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Stevens Point is $874/month compared to $756/month in Two Rivers — a 16% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Two Rivers is more affordable at $121,800 median vs $189,700.

Median household income in Stevens Point is $56,218 compared to $58,716 in Two Rivers (-4.3%). Two Rivers offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Stevens Point spend roughly 18.7% of their income on rent, more than the 15.5% in Two Rivers.