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Cost of living in Washburn County, WI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,645/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 16,749 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $730 28%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $429 16%
Groceries $329 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $179 7%
State tax $128 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Washburn County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$657
per month
1 bedroom
$730
per month
2 bedroom
$958
per month
3 bedroom
$1,154
per month
4 bedroom
$1,270
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Washburn County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$61,270
per year
Individual earnings
$36,311
per year
Per capita
$36,411
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Washburn County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$207,900
Annual property tax
$2,305

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Washburn 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 Washburn County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.7%

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 Washburn 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 Washburn County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.1 min
Drive alone
76.3%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
11.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Washburn County

What it costs to live in Washburn County each month.

Single person
$2,645
per month
  • Rent $730
  • Energy $179
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $329
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $429
  • State tax $128
Couple
$3,973
per month
  • Rent $958
  • Energy $215
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $545
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $673
  • State tax $238
Family
$6,300
per month
  • Rent $1,154
  • Energy $268
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $827
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $673
  • State tax $238

Frequently asked questions about Washburn County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Washburn County?

In Washburn County, WI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $730 per month, a two-bedroom averages $958 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,154 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Washburn County?

In Washburn County, WI, the average household income is $61,270 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,311 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Washburn County?

The estimated cost of living in Washburn County, WI is approximately $2,645 per month for a single person, $3,973 for a couple, $6,300 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Washburn County?

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

Is Washburn County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Washburn County, WI would need approximately $2,645 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,270 per year ($5,106 per month). Washburn County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Washburn County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Washburn County, WI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Washburn County?

The average home value in Washburn County, WI is $207,900, with average annual property taxes of $2,305, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Washburn 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