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Cost of living in Pepin County, WI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,781/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,372 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 26%
Federal tax $551 20%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $329 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $179 6%
State tax $161 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Pepin County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$660
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,280
per month
4 bedroom
$1,567
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Pepin County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$74,536
per year
Individual earnings
$43,741
per year
Per capita
$40,261
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Pepin County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$196,100
Annual property tax
$2,875

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Pepin 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 Pepin County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.6%

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 Pepin 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 Pepin County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.3 min
Drive alone
75.4%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
13.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Pepin County

What it costs to live in Pepin County each month.

Single person
$2,781
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $179
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $329
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $551
  • State tax $161
Couple
$4,224
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $215
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $545
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $890
  • State tax $297
Family
$6,702
per month
  • Rent $1,280
  • Energy $268
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $827
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $890
  • State tax $297

Frequently asked questions about Pepin County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Pepin County?

In Pepin County, WI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,280 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Pepin County?

In Pepin County, WI, the average household income is $74,536 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,741 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Pepin County?

The estimated cost of living in Pepin County, WI is approximately $2,781 per month for a single person, $4,224 for a couple, $6,702 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Pepin County?

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

Is Pepin County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Pepin County, WI would need approximately $2,781 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $74,536 per year ($6,211 per month). Pepin County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Pepin County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pepin County, WI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Pepin County?

The average home value in Pepin County, WI is $196,100, with average annual property taxes of $2,875, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Pepin 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