Cost of Living in Arlington, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
135.5
100 = national avg
+35.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$59,610
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$140,897
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing149.5
Food124.2
Transportation119.3
Healthcare119.3
Utilities124.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$911
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,195
per month
The overall cost of living index in Arlington is 135.5, which is 35.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 149.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $59,610 per year to cover basic expenses.