Cost of Living in Dalton, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
92.7
100 = national avg
-7.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,783
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$96,396
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing87.1
Food97.1
Transportation94.3
Healthcare97.7
Utilities95.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$742
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dalton is 92.7, which is 7.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 87.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,783 per year to cover basic expenses.