Cost of Living in Wausau, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
95.3
100 = national avg
-4.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,914
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$99,069
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing101.8
Food97.3
Transportation74.6
Healthcare97.8
Utilities98.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$889
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,147
per month
The overall cost of living index in Wausau is 95.3, which is 4.7% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 101.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,914 per year to cover basic expenses.