Cost of Living in Wausau, FL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
68.7
100 = national avg
-31.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,215
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$71,418
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing69.9
Food77.3
Transportation54.6
Healthcare81.9
Utilities80.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$928
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,017
per month
The overall cost of living index in Wausau is 68.7, which is 31.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 69.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,215 per year to cover basic expenses.