Sturgis, MI vs Williamston, MI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Sturgis is 15.2% cheaper than Williamston. With a cost index of 68 vs 80, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Sturgis to Williamston should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Sturgis is $793/month compared to $972/month in Williamston — a 18% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Sturgis is more affordable at $129,400 median vs $215,000.

Median household income in Sturgis is $60,640 compared to $73,902 in Williamston (-17.9%). While Williamston is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Sturgis spend roughly 15.7% of their income on rent, less than the 15.8% in Williamston.