Cost of Living in Sun Prairie, WI
Population: 36,455 • 2026 Data
$90,521
Median Household Income
+17% vs national
$1,374
Median Monthly Rent
+2% vs national
$339,800
Median Home Value
+0% vs national
2.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Sun Prairie
The median home value in Sun Prairie, WI is $339,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,374, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,524.
Rent-to-income ratio: 18.2%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Sun Prairie, WI is $90,521. The unemployment rate stands at 2.0%, with a labor force of 20,499 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.