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Cost of living in Bayfield County, WI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,630/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 16,410 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $432 16%
Groceries $329 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $179 7%
State tax $129 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Bayfield County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$660
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,232
per month
4 bedroom
$1,237
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Bayfield County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$69,609
per year
Individual earnings
$36,478
per year
Per capita
$40,846
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Bayfield County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$228,100
Annual property tax
$2,432

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Bayfield County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$121
per month · 17.3¢/kWh
Natural gas
$58
per month
Annual total
$2,148
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Bayfield County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.9%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Bayfield County

State and local tax rates for Wisconsin.

State income tax
7.7%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
5.0%
Combined sales tax
5.4%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Bayfield County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.3 min
Drive alone
71.8%
Public transit
1.0%
Work from home
13.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Bayfield County

What it costs to live in Bayfield County each month.

Single person
$2,630
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $179
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $329
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $432
  • State tax $129
Couple
$4,121
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $215
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $545
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $809
  • State tax $275
Family
$6,551
per month
  • Rent $1,232
  • Energy $268
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $827
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $809
  • State tax $275

Frequently asked questions about Bayfield County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Bayfield County?

In Bayfield County, WI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,232 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Bayfield County?

In Bayfield County, WI, the average household income is $69,609 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,478 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Bayfield County?

The estimated cost of living in Bayfield County, WI is approximately $2,630 per month for a single person, $4,121 for a couple, $6,551 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Bayfield County?

The combined sales tax rate in Bayfield County, WI is 5.44%, which includes the Wisconsin state rate of 5.00% plus an average local rate of 0.44%.

Is Bayfield County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Bayfield County, WI would need approximately $2,630 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $69,609 per year ($5,801 per month). Bayfield County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Bayfield County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Bayfield County, WI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Bayfield County?

The average home value in Bayfield County, WI is $228,100, with average annual property taxes of $2,432, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Bayfield County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources