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Cost of living in Waupaca County, WI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,855/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 51,714 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $769 27%
Federal tax $564 20%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $329 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $179 6%
State tax $164 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Waupaca County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$735
per month
1 bedroom
$769
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,232
per month
4 bedroom
$1,237
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Waupaca County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$71,189
per year
Individual earnings
$44,536
per year
Per capita
$40,581
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Waupaca County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$192,800
Annual property tax
$2,876

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Waupaca 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 Waupaca County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.9%

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 Waupaca 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 Waupaca County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.0 min
Drive alone
81.8%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
7.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Waupaca County

What it costs to live in Waupaca County each month.

Single person
$2,855
per month
  • Rent $769
  • Energy $179
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $329
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $564
  • State tax $164
Couple
$4,154
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $215
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $545
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $835
  • State tax $282
Family
$6,584
per month
  • Rent $1,232
  • Energy $268
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $827
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $835
  • State tax $282

Frequently asked questions about Waupaca County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Waupaca County?

In Waupaca County, WI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $769 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,232 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Waupaca County?

In Waupaca County, WI, the average household income is $71,189 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $44,536 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Waupaca County?

The estimated cost of living in Waupaca County, WI is approximately $2,855 per month for a single person, $4,154 for a couple, $6,584 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Waupaca County?

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

Is Waupaca County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Waupaca County, WI would need approximately $2,855 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $71,189 per year ($5,932 per month). Waupaca County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Waupaca County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Waupaca County, WI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Waupaca County?

The average home value in Waupaca County, WI is $192,800, with average annual property taxes of $2,876, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Waupaca 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