Marion, WI Cost of Living


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Marion cost of living score
82.3
Less expensive
17.7% lower
than the US average
8.5% lower
than the Wisconsin average
Marion, Wisconsin gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 82.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 17.7% lower than the U.S. average and 8.5% higher than the average for Wisconsin.

Marion, WI

Housing costs in Marion?
A typical home costs $160,800, which is 52.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 34.1% less expensive than the average Wisconsin home, at $244,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Marion costs $820 per month, which is 42.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 25.6% cheaper than the state average of $1,030.

Can I afford Marion?
To live comfortably in Marion, Wisconsin, a minimum annual income of $30,960 for a family, and $26,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Marion?
Living in Marion, WI can be quite affordable. The median home value in the town is currently around $124,900, and according to Zillow, the median monthly rent is around $1128. Utility costs are also fairly reasonable with rates for electricity and natural gas being just slightly above the national average. The cost of living index is very low at only 86 — lower than the US average of 100 — making it an excellent option for those looking to save money while still enjoying a comfortable lifestyle. Taxes are also relatively low compared to other states, particularly on property and sales taxes. All in all, Marion makes for a great place to call home without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMarionWisconsinUnited States
  82.389.9100.0
  90.894.7100
  96.398.9100.0
  43.379.3100.0
  $160,800$244,100$338,100
  104.3%99.0%100.0%
  75.286.9100.0
  93.5106.6100.0

   100=National Average

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