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Cost of living in Dodge County, WI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,943/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 88,818 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $843 29%
Federal tax $575 20%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $329 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $179 6%
State tax $167 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Dodge County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$718
per month
1 bedroom
$843
per month
2 bedroom
$1,047
per month
3 bedroom
$1,423
per month
4 bedroom
$1,492
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Dodge County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$73,992
per year
Individual earnings
$45,213
per year
Per capita
$37,295
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Dodge County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$218,400
Annual property tax
$3,395

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Dodge 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 Dodge County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.0%

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 Dodge 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 Dodge County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.5 min
Drive alone
80.7%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
7.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Dodge County

What it costs to live in Dodge County each month.

Single person
$2,943
per month
  • Rent $843
  • Energy $179
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $329
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $575
  • State tax $167
Couple
$4,327
per month
  • Rent $1,047
  • Energy $215
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $545
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $881
  • State tax $295
Family
$6,834
per month
  • Rent $1,423
  • Energy $268
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $827
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $881
  • State tax $295

Frequently asked questions about Dodge County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Dodge County?

In Dodge County, WI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $843 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,047 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,423 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Dodge County?

In Dodge County, WI, the average household income is $73,992 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $45,213 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Dodge County?

The estimated cost of living in Dodge County, WI is approximately $2,943 per month for a single person, $4,327 for a couple, $6,834 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Dodge County?

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

Is Dodge County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Dodge County, WI would need approximately $2,943 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $73,992 per year ($6,166 per month). Dodge County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Dodge County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Dodge County, WI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Dodge County?

The average home value in Dodge County, WI is $218,400, with average annual property taxes of $3,395, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Dodge County compare to other areas?

You can compare Dodge County, WI with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Dodge County is in the Beaver Dam, WI metro area.

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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