Cost of Living in Baraboo, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
109.7
100 = national avg
+9.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,246
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$114,037
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing111.2
Food106.2
Transportation112.4
Healthcare105.0
Utilities106.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$951
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,111
per month
The overall cost of living index in Baraboo is 109.7, which is 9.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 111.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,246 per year to cover basic expenses.