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Cost of living in Burnett County, WI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,674/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 16,741 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $744 28%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $441 16%
Groceries $329 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $179 7%
State tax $131 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Burnett County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$691
per month
1 bedroom
$744
per month
2 bedroom
$976
per month
3 bedroom
$1,176
per month
4 bedroom
$1,412
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Burnett County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$61,664
per year
Individual earnings
$37,054
per year
Per capita
$37,790
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Burnett County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$215,500
Annual property tax
$2,052

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Burnett 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 Burnett County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.3%

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 Burnett 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 Burnett County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
29.3 min
Drive alone
76.7%
Public transit
1.1%
Work from home
11.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Burnett County

What it costs to live in Burnett County each month.

Single person
$2,674
per month
  • Rent $744
  • Energy $179
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $329
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $441
  • State tax $131
Couple
$3,999
per month
  • Rent $976
  • Energy $215
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $545
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $679
  • State tax $240
Family
$6,330
per month
  • Rent $1,176
  • Energy $268
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $827
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $679
  • State tax $240

Frequently asked questions about Burnett County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Burnett County?

In Burnett County, WI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $744 per month, a two-bedroom averages $976 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,176 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Burnett County?

In Burnett County, WI, the average household income is $61,664 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,054 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Burnett County?

The estimated cost of living in Burnett County, WI is approximately $2,674 per month for a single person, $3,999 for a couple, $6,330 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Burnett County?

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

Is Burnett County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Burnett County, WI would need approximately $2,674 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,664 per year ($5,139 per month). Burnett County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Burnett County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Burnett County, WI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Burnett County?

The average home value in Burnett County, WI is $215,500, with average annual property taxes of $2,052, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Burnett 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