Cost of Living in Merrillan, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
86.3
100 = national avg
-13.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,984
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$89,781
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing84.3
Food91.2
Transportation82.4
Healthcare92.9
Utilities91.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$787
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in Merrillan is 86.3, which is 13.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 84.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,984 per year to cover basic expenses.