Cost of Living in Jefferson, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
117.2
100 = national avg
+17.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,560
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$121,869
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing125.0
Food108.9
Transportation117.9
Healthcare107.1
Utilities110.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$917
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,156
per month
The overall cost of living index in Jefferson is 117.2, which is 17.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 125.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,560 per year to cover basic expenses.