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Manitowoc, WI

Cost of living in Manitowoc County, WI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,747/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 81,314 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 26%
Federal tax $524 19%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $329 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $179 7%
State tax $154 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Manitowoc County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$707
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,124
per month
4 bedroom
$1,237
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Manitowoc County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$68,611
per year
Individual earnings
$42,105
per year
Per capita
$37,639
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Manitowoc County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$172,900
Annual property tax
$2,660

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Manitowoc 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 Manitowoc County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.4%

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 Manitowoc 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 Manitowoc County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.9 min
Drive alone
81.1%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
7.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Manitowoc County

What it costs to live in Manitowoc County each month.

Single person
$2,747
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $179
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $329
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $524
  • State tax $154
Couple
$4,101
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $215
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $545
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $793
  • State tax $271
Family
$6,423
per month
  • Rent $1,124
  • Energy $268
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $827
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $793
  • State tax $271

Frequently asked questions about Manitowoc County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Manitowoc County?

In Manitowoc County, WI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,124 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Manitowoc County?

In Manitowoc County, WI, the average household income is $68,611 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $42,105 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Manitowoc County?

The estimated cost of living in Manitowoc County, WI is approximately $2,747 per month for a single person, $4,101 for a couple, $6,423 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Manitowoc County?

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

Is Manitowoc County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Manitowoc County, WI would need approximately $2,747 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $68,611 per year ($5,718 per month). Manitowoc County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Manitowoc County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Manitowoc County, WI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Manitowoc County?

The average home value in Manitowoc County, WI is $172,900, with average annual property taxes of $2,660, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Manitowoc County compare to other areas?

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