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Cost of Living in Price County

Is it better to rent or buy in Price County? Explore median costs, utility estimates, and run the numbers on your own budget to see how far your income goes.

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Rent vs. Buy Affordability Calculator

Adjust the sliders to match your scenario. We recommend keeping total housing costs under 40% of your gross income.

$60,162
$735/mo

Median in area: $735

$160,519

Median in area: $160,519

$32,104

If you Rent

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$968 /mo
Base Rent$735
Est. Utilities$233
% of Income19.3%
Pre-tax Residual$4,046

If you Buy

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$1,321 /mo
P&I (7.206%)$872
Taxes & Ins$216
Est. Utilities$233
% of Income26.4%
Pre-tax Residual$3,692

Compare Nearby Areas

See how Price County stacks up against neighboring areas.

countyRusk County, WI
$864/mo
countyAshland County, WI
$713/mo
countyOneida County, WI
$865/mo
countySawyer County, WI
$802/mo
countyTaylor County, WI
$846/mo

Cost of Living FAQs

Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Price County?›

Based on median housing data, renting is currently more affordable on a monthly basis in Price County. The estimated all-in monthly cost for renting is $968, while owning a median-priced home with a 20% down payment is roughly $1,321 per month (a difference of $353).

How much do utilities cost in Price County?›

The average monthly utility cost (electricity and natural gas) for a typical home in Price County is approximately $233. This estimate uses local utility rate schedules combined with median energy consumption profiles.

What is a good salary to live comfortably in Price County?›

To comfortably afford the median rent and utilities in Price County without exceeding the recommended 30% housing-to-income threshold, a household should earn a gross salary of approximately $38,720 per year.