Cost of Living in Waldo, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
106.2
100 = national avg
+6.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,729
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$110,450
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing109.1
Food103.2
Transportation106.4
Healthcare102.5
Utilities103.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$888
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,116
per month
The overall cost of living index in Waldo is 106.2, which is 6.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 109.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,729 per year to cover basic expenses.