Cost of Living in Fond du Lac, WI
Population: 44,491 • 2026 Data
$61,620
Median Household Income
-20% vs national
$905
Median Monthly Rent
-33% vs national
$161,300
Median Home Value
-52% vs national
4.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Fond du Lac
The median home value in Fond du Lac, WI is $161,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $905, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $963.
Rent-to-income ratio: 17.6%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Fond du Lac, WI is $61,620. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4%, with a labor force of 22,658 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.