Cost of Living in Oshkosh, WI
Population: 66,247 • 2026 Data
$61,929
Median Household Income
-20% vs national
$908
Median Monthly Rent
-33% vs national
$168,400
Median Home Value
-50% vs national
2.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Oshkosh
The median home value in Oshkosh, WI is $168,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $908, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $954.
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 Oshkosh, WI is $61,929. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6%, with a labor force of 35,925 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.