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Cost of living in Door County, WI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,902/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 30,279 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $864 30%
Federal tax $526 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $329 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $179 6%
State tax $154 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Door County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$803
per month
1 bedroom
$864
per month
2 bedroom
$1,134
per month
3 bedroom
$1,371
per month
4 bedroom
$1,503
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Door County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$71,785
per year
Individual earnings
$42,191
per year
Per capita
$48,630
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Door County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$305,800
Annual property tax
$3,350

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Door 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 Door County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
3.8%

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 Door 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 Door County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.1 min
Drive alone
75.4%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
12.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Door County

What it costs to live in Door County each month.

Single person
$2,902
per month
  • Rent $864
  • Energy $179
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $329
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $526
  • State tax $154
Couple
$4,368
per month
  • Rent $1,134
  • Energy $215
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $545
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $845
  • State tax $285
Family
$6,736
per month
  • Rent $1,371
  • Energy $268
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $827
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $845
  • State tax $285

Frequently asked questions about Door County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Door County?

In Door County, WI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $864 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,134 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,371 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Door County?

In Door County, WI, the average household income is $71,785 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $42,191 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Door County?

The estimated cost of living in Door County, WI is approximately $2,902 per month for a single person, $4,368 for a couple, $6,736 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Door County?

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

Is Door County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Door County, WI would need approximately $2,902 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $71,785 per year ($5,982 per month). Door County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Door County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Door County, WI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 3.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Door County?

The average home value in Door County, WI is $305,800, with average annual property taxes of $3,350, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Door 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