Cost of Living in Sauk County, WI

What does it cost to live in Sauk County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$72,930

Median Rent

$914/mo

Median Home

$227,500

Affordability

399

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,150
Property Tax$296
Insurance$76

Total Monthly$1,522
% of Income25%

Renting

Median Rent$914
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$939
% of Income15%

Living in Sauk County, Wisconsin

Sauk County has a median household income of $72,930 with housing costs that represent 25% of income for owners and 15% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.