Sun Prairie, WI Cost of Living


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Sun Prairie cost of living score
103.4
More expensive
3.4% higher
than the US average
15.0% higher
than the Wisconsin average
Sun Prairie, 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.

Sun Prairie, WI

Housing costs in Sun Prairie?
A typical home costs $359,400, which is 6.3% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 47.2% more expensive than the average Wisconsin home, at $244,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Sun Prairie costs $1,290 per month, which is 9.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 20.2% more than the state average of $1,030.

Can I afford Sun Prairie?
To live comfortably in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, a minimum annual income of $68,760 for a family, and $44,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Sun Prairie?
Sun Prairie, WI is an affordable place to live. The cost of living in the city is slightly lower than the national average. Housing costs are generally quite reasonable, with median home prices below the national median. Renters can also find great deals on apartments and homes for rent at a fraction of the cost of living in major cities. In addition, grocery prices are generally low and utilities are relatively inexpensive. Overall, Sun Prairie offers residents a high quality of life with many amenities yet still retains a sense of affordability that appeals to many people looking for a comfortable lifestyle without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSun PrairieWisconsinUnited States
  103.489.9100.0
  98.194.7100
  92.998.9100.0
  107.579.3100.0
  $359,400$244,100$338,100
  105.2%99.0%100.0%
  87.286.9100.0
  132.8106.6100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 5 years ago

I love it here, the weather is absolutely fantastic if you like freezing your toes off.  More

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Typically cold winters, lots of snow. Summers are typically pleasant, but can be high humidity. Poor Air Quality year round. Mild spring and fall Summer can have  More

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Over 13 years ago

Crime is very low, I seldom feel like I have to lock my car or even my house. The schools here are pretty good, and have no tolerance for bullies (so if you have any,  More

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