Cost of Living in Wisconsin
Based on 1 city we track in Wisconsin.
State Medians
Median 1BR Rent
$849
Median Home Value
$172,000
Median Income
$51,888
Avg Temperature
47.9°F
Medians across the Wisconsin cities we track — not a statewide population-weighted figure.
State Taxes
State Sales Tax
5%
State Income Tax (top rate)
Up to 7.65%
Cities in Wisconsin
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Sources: US Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year; NOAA Climate Normals 1981–2010; Tax Foundation 2026 (state taxes).