Cost of Living in West Bend, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
114.6
100 = national avg
+14.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,445
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$119,234
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing124.0
Food107.4
Transportation109.4
Healthcare105.9
Utilities109.2
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 West Bend is 114.6, which is 14.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 124.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,445 per year to cover basic expenses.