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Cost of living in Clark County, WI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,641/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 34,736 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 27%
Federal tax $496 19%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $329 12%
Transport $250 9%
Energy $179 7%
State tax $146 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Clark County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$640
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,172
per month
4 bedroom
$1,308
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Clark County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$66,250
per year
Individual earnings
$40,379
per year
Per capita
$31,744
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Clark County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$163,800
Annual property tax
$2,467

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Clark 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 Clark County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
21.3%

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 Clark 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 Clark County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.4 min
Drive alone
69.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
12.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Clark County

What it costs to live in Clark County each month.

Single person
$2,641
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $179
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $329
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $496
  • State tax $146
Couple
$3,981
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $215
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $545
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $754
  • State tax $260
Family
$6,351
per month
  • Rent $1,172
  • Energy $268
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $827
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $754
  • State tax $260

Frequently asked questions about Clark County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Clark County?

In Clark County, WI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,172 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Clark County?

In Clark County, WI, the average household income is $66,250 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,379 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Clark County?

The estimated cost of living in Clark County, WI is approximately $2,641 per month for a single person, $3,981 for a couple, $6,351 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Clark County?

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

Is Clark County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Clark County, WI would need approximately $2,641 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $66,250 per year ($5,521 per month). Clark County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Clark County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Clark County, WI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 21.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Clark County?

The average home value in Clark County, WI is $163,800, with average annual property taxes of $2,467, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Clark 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