Cost of Living in Amherst, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
95.5
100 = national avg
-4.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,011
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$99,298
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing103.6
Food93.4
Transportation86.9
Healthcare94.8
Utilities96.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$794
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,037
per month
The overall cost of living index in Amherst is 95.5, which is 4.5% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 103.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,011 per year to cover basic expenses.