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Cost of living in Marquette County, WI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,704/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 15,706 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $728 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $477 18%
Groceries $329 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $179 7%
State tax $141 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Marquette County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$660
per month
1 bedroom
$728
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,202
per month
4 bedroom
$1,348
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Marquette County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$63,471
per year
Individual earnings
$39,209
per year
Per capita
$35,090
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Marquette County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$201,100
Annual property tax
$2,709

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Marquette 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 Marquette County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.5%

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 Marquette 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 Marquette County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
28.7 min
Drive alone
79.6%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
9.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Marquette County

What it costs to live in Marquette County each month.

Single person
$2,704
per month
  • Rent $728
  • Energy $179
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $329
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $477
  • State tax $141
Couple
$3,994
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $215
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $545
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $709
  • State tax $248
Family
$6,394
per month
  • Rent $1,202
  • Energy $268
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $827
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $709
  • State tax $248

Frequently asked questions about Marquette County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Marquette County?

In Marquette County, WI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $728 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,202 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Marquette County?

In Marquette County, WI, the average household income is $63,471 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,209 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Marquette County?

The estimated cost of living in Marquette County, WI is approximately $2,704 per month for a single person, $3,994 for a couple, $6,394 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Marquette County?

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

Is Marquette County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Marquette County, WI would need approximately $2,704 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $63,471 per year ($5,289 per month). Marquette County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Marquette County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Marquette County, WI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Marquette County?

The average home value in Marquette County, WI is $201,100, with average annual property taxes of $2,709, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Marquette 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