Cost of Living in Wausau, WI
Population: 39,893 • 2026 Data
$61,877
Median Household Income
-20% vs national
$950
Median Monthly Rent
-30% vs national
$155,900
Median Home Value
-54% vs national
4.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Wausau
The median home value in Wausau, WI is $155,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $950, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $955.
Rent-to-income ratio: 18.4%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Wausau, WI is $61,877. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7%, with a labor force of 20,691 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.