Franklin, WI Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Franklin, Wisconsin?
$5,550 / month
for a family, 2.8% more expensive than the national average A total of $66,600 for the year for a family.
$3,500 / month
for a single person, 26.6% less expensive than the national average A total of $42,000 for the year for a single person.

Franklin cost of living score
88
Less expensive
12.0% lower
than the US average
2.1% lower
than the Wisconsin average
Franklin, Wisconsin gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 88, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 12.0% lower than the U.S. average and 2.1% higher than the average for Wisconsin.

Franklin, WI

Housing costs in Franklin?
A typical home costs $348,200, which is 3.0% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 42.6% more expensive than the average Wisconsin home, at $244,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Franklin costs $1,260 per month, which is 11.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 18.3% more than the state average of $1,030.

Can I afford Franklin?
To live comfortably in Franklin, Wisconsin, a minimum annual income of $66,600 for a family, and $42,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Franklin?
The cost of living in Franklin, WI is quite affordable compared to larger cities. The median household income is $81,000 and the median home value is $244,900. Prices for basic goods and services are generally lower than the national average. Utilities such as electricity, gas and water are all reasonably priced and there is no shortage of housing options available, ranging from starter homes to luxury condominiums. As a result, Franklin is an ideal place to live if you’re looking for a comfortable lifestyle without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
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   100=National Average

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Over 13 years ago

The taxes are on the high end around here. Living is alright, but Franklin is especially expensive because it's "considered" the rich part of the area. Which is a joke  More

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Over 18 years ago

this winter was very cold had wind-chills aroun  More

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Franklin is a pretty decent place to live but we are continually surprised at the increasing taxes and bureaucracy of the city government. Although we pay some of the  More

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