Sturgeon Bay, WI vs Watertown, WI

Sturgeon Bay, WI and Watertown, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.2% difference in their overall index. Sturgeon Bay scores 81 while Watertown scores 82 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 Sturgeon Bay is $1,011/month compared to $1,061/month in Watertown — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Sturgeon Bay has cheaper rent, Watertown actually has lower median home values ($211,500 vs $217,600).

Median household income in Sturgeon Bay is $56,882 compared to $68,333 in Watertown (-16.8%). While Watertown is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Sturgeon Bay spend roughly 21.3% of their income on rent, more than the 18.6% in Watertown.