Cost of Living in Jackson, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
136.5
100 = national avg
+36.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,075
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$141,996
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing142.6
Food123.3
Transportation146.7
Healthcare118.7
Utilities122.5
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 Jackson is 136.5, which is 36.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 142.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,075 per year to cover basic expenses.