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Cost of living in Trempealeau County, WI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,830/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 30,786 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $750 27%
Federal tax $559 20%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $329 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $179 6%
State tax $163 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Trempealeau County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$745
per month
1 bedroom
$750
per month
2 bedroom
$984
per month
3 bedroom
$1,300
per month
4 bedroom
$1,305
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Trempealeau County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$71,295
per year
Individual earnings
$44,258
per year
Per capita
$36,001
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Trempealeau County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$203,300
Annual property tax
$3,269

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Trempealeau 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 Trempealeau County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.3%

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 Trempealeau 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 Trempealeau County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.4 min
Drive alone
79.8%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
9.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Trempealeau County

What it costs to live in Trempealeau County each month.

Single person
$2,830
per month
  • Rent $750
  • Energy $179
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $329
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $559
  • State tax $163
Couple
$4,208
per month
  • Rent $984
  • Energy $215
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $545
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $837
  • State tax $283
Family
$6,655
per month
  • Rent $1,300
  • Energy $268
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $827
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $837
  • State tax $283

Frequently asked questions about Trempealeau County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Trempealeau County?

In Trempealeau County, WI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $750 per month, a two-bedroom averages $984 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,300 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Trempealeau County?

In Trempealeau County, WI, the average household income is $71,295 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $44,258 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Trempealeau County?

The estimated cost of living in Trempealeau County, WI is approximately $2,830 per month for a single person, $4,208 for a couple, $6,655 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Trempealeau County?

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

Is Trempealeau County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Trempealeau County, WI would need approximately $2,830 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $71,295 per year ($5,941 per month). Trempealeau County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Trempealeau County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Trempealeau County, WI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Trempealeau County?

The average home value in Trempealeau County, WI is $203,300, with average annual property taxes of $3,269, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Trempealeau 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