Cost of Living in Grafton, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
132.9
100 = national avg
+32.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,464
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$138,188
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing146.2
Food117.7
Transportation135.5
Healthcare114.2
Utilities119.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,119
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,338
per month
The overall cost of living index in Grafton is 132.9, which is 32.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 146.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,464 per year to cover basic expenses.