Sparta, WI Cost of Living


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United States / Wisconsin / No Metro Area / Monroe County / Sparta / Zip Codes
How much do I need to live in Sparta, Wisconsin?
$3,300 / month
for a family, 38.9% less expensive than the national average A total of $39,600 for the year for a family.
$2,967 / month
for a single person, 37.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $35,600 for the year for a single person.

Sparta cost of living score
81.7
Less expensive
18.3% lower
than the US average
9.1% lower
than the Wisconsin average
Sparta, Wisconsin gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 81.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 18.3% lower than the U.S. average and 9.1% higher than the average for Wisconsin.

Sparta, WI

Housing costs in Sparta?
A typical home costs $206,400, which is 39.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 15.4% less expensive than the average Wisconsin home, at $244,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Sparta costs $1,100 per month, which is 23.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 6.4% more than the state average of $1,030.

Can I afford Sparta?
To live comfortably in Sparta, Wisconsin, a minimum annual income of $39,600 for a family, and $35,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Sparta?
The cost of living in Sparta, WI is relatively affordable compared to other cities in the area. Residents can expect to pay around $16 for a meal at a mid-range restaurant, and groceries such as milk, eggs, and bread are priced competitively. The average rent costs around $650 per month for a one bedroom apartment. Utility costs such as electricity and gas usually range from $100 to $150 per month depending on usage. Overall, the cost of living in Sparta is reasonable and allows residents the ability to enjoy all the benefits associated with living in a small town while saving money each month.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesSpartaWisconsinUnited States
    Unlock89.9100.0
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    Unlock$244,100$338,100
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  89.7  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 4 years ago

I am originally from Minnesota, but have lived in Sparta now for 15 years. It has been a wonderful town to raise a family in. There are many public parks and  More

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We have lived here for a few years and I can tell you our 3 bdrm 1 bath house with a minimal yard cost us $80,000. Which you would think is a good deal until the  More

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