Cost of Living in Sussex, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
156.4
100 = national avg
+56.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$68,802
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$162,624
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing166.6
Food135.6
Transportation171.3
Healthcare128.5
Utilities134.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,119
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,338
per month
The overall cost of living index in Sussex is 156.4, which is 56.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 166.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $68,802 per year to cover basic expenses.