Cost of Living in Oshkosh, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
96.5
100 = national avg
-3.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,463
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$100,367
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing102.6
Food97.3
Transportation80.8
Healthcare97.9
Utilities98.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$889
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,149
per month
The overall cost of living index in Oshkosh is 96.5, which is 3.5% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 102.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,463 per year to cover basic expenses.