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Kenosha, WI

Cost of living in Kenosha County, WI

Part of the Kenosha Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,222/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 168,413 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,111 34%
Federal tax $583 18%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $329 10%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $179 6%
State tax $170 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Kenosha County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,104
per month
1 bedroom
$1,111
per month
2 bedroom
$1,447
per month
3 bedroom
$1,944
per month
4 bedroom
$2,216
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Kenosha County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$79,412
per year
Individual earnings
$45,686
per year
Per capita
$40,540
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Kenosha County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$247,800
Annual property tax
$4,180

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Kenosha 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 Kenosha County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.2%

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 Kenosha 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 Kenosha County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.8 min
Drive alone
79.7%
Public transit
0.7%
Work from home
9.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Kenosha County

What it costs to live in Kenosha County each month.

Single person
$3,222
per month
  • Rent $1,111
  • Energy $179
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $329
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $583
  • State tax $170
Couple
$4,840
per month
  • Rent $1,447
  • Energy $215
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $545
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $970
  • State tax $319
Family
$7,468
per month
  • Rent $1,944
  • Energy $268
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $827
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $970
  • State tax $319

Frequently asked questions about Kenosha County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Kenosha County?

In Kenosha County, WI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,111 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,447 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,944 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Kenosha County?

In Kenosha County, WI, the average household income is $79,412 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $45,686 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Kenosha County?

The estimated cost of living in Kenosha County, WI is approximately $3,222 per month for a single person, $4,840 for a couple, $7,468 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Kenosha County?

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

Is Kenosha County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Kenosha County, WI would need approximately $3,222 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $79,412 per year ($6,618 per month). Kenosha County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Kenosha County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Kenosha County, WI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Kenosha County?

The average home value in Kenosha County, WI is $247,800, with average annual property taxes of $4,180, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Kenosha County compare to other areas?

You can compare Kenosha County, WI with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Kenosha County is in the Kenosha, 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