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Cost of living in Vilas County, WI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,699/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 23,410 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $753 28%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $453 17%
Groceries $329 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $179 7%
State tax $135 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Vilas County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$748
per month
1 bedroom
$753
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,124
per month
4 bedroom
$1,266
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Vilas County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,132
per year
Individual earnings
$37,763
per year
Per capita
$42,822
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Vilas County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$270,700
Annual property tax
$2,166

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Vilas 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 Vilas 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 Vilas 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 Vilas County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.5 min
Drive alone
77.7%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
10.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Vilas County

What it costs to live in Vilas County each month.

Single person
$2,699
per month
  • Rent $753
  • Energy $179
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $329
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $453
  • State tax $135
Couple
$4,070
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $215
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $545
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $769
  • State tax $264
Family
$6,392
per month
  • Rent $1,124
  • Energy $268
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $827
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $769
  • State tax $264

Frequently asked questions about Vilas County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Vilas County?

In Vilas County, WI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $753 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 Vilas County?

In Vilas County, WI, the average household income is $67,132 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,763 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Vilas County?

The estimated cost of living in Vilas County, WI is approximately $2,699 per month for a single person, $4,070 for a couple, $6,392 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Vilas County?

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

Is Vilas County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Vilas County, WI would need approximately $2,699 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,132 per year ($5,594 per month). Vilas County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Vilas County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Vilas 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 Vilas County?

The average home value in Vilas County, WI is $270,700, with average annual property taxes of $2,166, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Vilas 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