Marietta, Ohio vs. Wausau, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Wausau, Wisconsin is 4.3% more expensive than Marietta, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $78,202 in Wausau, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Marietta, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wausau, Wisconsin is more expensive than Marietta, Ohio
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
57% more expensive in Wausau
than in Marietta, Ohio
Marietta, OH vs. Wausau, WI
Compared to Marietta, Wausau is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.7% lower
  Commute
  25.1% higher
  Health
  6.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% higher