Cost of Living in Lancaster, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
106.5
100 = national avg
+6.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,875
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$110,796
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing89.7
Food111.6
Transportation123.2
Healthcare109.3
Utilities104.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$762
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lancaster is 106.5, which is 6.5% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 89.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,875 per year to cover basic expenses.