Dorchester, WI Cost of Living


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United States / Wisconsin / No Metro Area / Clark County / Dorchester / Zip Codes
How much do I need to live in Dorchester, Wisconsin?
$2,490 / month
for a family, 53.9% less expensive than the national average A total of $29,880 for the year for a family.
$2,000 / month
for a single person, 58.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $24,000 for the year for a single person.

Dorchester cost of living score
77.8
Less expensive
22.2% lower
than the US average
13.5% lower
than the Wisconsin average
Dorchester, Wisconsin gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 77.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 22.2% lower than the U.S. average and 13.5% higher than the average for Wisconsin.

Dorchester, WI

Housing costs in Dorchester?
A typical home costs $155,400, which is 54.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 36.3% less expensive than the average Wisconsin home, at $244,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Dorchester costs $780 per month, which is 45.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 32.1% cheaper than the state average of $1,030.

Can I afford Dorchester?
To live comfortably in Dorchester, Wisconsin, a minimum annual income of $29,880 for a family, and $24,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Dorchester?
The cost of living in Dorchester is quite affordable, with the median home costing around $149,000 and only about a 11% increase from the year before. Renting an apartment is also much cheaper than in other towns in the area, with an average price of just $719 per month for a two-bedroom unit. In addition to these low prices, many essential items are very inexpensive due to the low taxes in Wisconsin. Shopping for groceries, fuel, and other necessities can be done at discount stores like Walmart or Aldi for great deals on high-quality items. All of these factors combine to make Dorchester a great place to live that won’t break your budget.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesDorchesterWisconsinUnited States
    Unlock89.9100.0
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    Unlock$244,100$338,100
  94.6  Unlock100.0
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   100=National Average

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