Cost of Living in Mequon, WI
Population: 25,259 • 2026 Data
$147,391
Median Household Income
+90% vs national
$2,271
Median Monthly Rent
+68% vs national
$485,300
Median Home Value
+43% vs national
2.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Mequon
The median home value in Mequon, WI is $485,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,271, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,945.
Rent-to-income ratio: 18.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Mequon, WI is $147,391. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1%, with a labor force of 12,570 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.