Cost of Living in Plain, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
120.7
100 = national avg
+20.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,130
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$125,580
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing118.4
Food115.7
Transportation131.4
Healthcare112.5
Utilities113.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$951
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,111
per month
The overall cost of living index in Plain is 120.7, which is 20.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 118.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,130 per year to cover basic expenses.