DeForest, WI Cost of Living


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DeForest cost of living score
103.4
More expensive
3.4% higher
than the US average
15.0% higher
than the Wisconsin average
DeForest, Wisconsin gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 103.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 3.4% higher than the U.S. average and 15.0% higher than the average for Wisconsin.

DeForest, WI

Housing costs in DeForest?
A typical home costs $272,900, which is 19.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 11.8% more expensive than the average Wisconsin home, at $244,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in DeForest costs $1,280 per month, which is 10.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 19.5% more than the state average of $1,030.

Can I afford DeForest?
To live comfortably in DeForest, Wisconsin, a minimum annual income of $52,200 for a family, and $44,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about DeForest?
DeForest, WI is known for its affordable cost of living. The median home value in DeForest is approximately $204,000, which is well below the national average. Additionally, utilities in the area are also relatively low compared to other cities. The cost of groceries and health care are also reasonable in DeForest. All in all, DeForest residents enjoy a cost of living that is significantly lower than other parts of Wisconsin and the country as a whole.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesDeForestWisconsinUnited States
  103.489.9100.0
  98.194.7100
  92.998.9100.0
  107.179.3100.0
  $272,900$244,100$338,100
  100.8%99.0%100.0%
  90.886.9100.0
  132.8106.6100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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The quality of life is very good in De Forest. Town is quiet with low crime. I never had to worry about my kids ouside on bikes or anywhere. Great place to raise  More

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Over 15 years ago

It is a small town and doesn't have much to do. Just library, no real downtown. It is about 10 minutes away from Madison,  More

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