Cost of Living in Beaver Dam, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
104.9
100 = national avg
+4.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,138
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$109,054
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing109.3
Food102.6
Transportation99.3
Healthcare102.0
Utilities103.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$873
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,080
per month
The overall cost of living index in Beaver Dam is 104.9, which is 4.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 109.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,138 per year to cover basic expenses.