What it actually costs to live in
Douglas County, WI.
Living wage breakdown for Douglas County, Wisconsin — by household size.
Living wage by household size
| Household | Hourly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $16.68 | $34,685 |
| 1 Adult, 1 Child | $25.98 | $54,030 |
| 1 Adult, 2 Children | $34.84 | $72,458 |
| 1 Adult, 3 Children | $43.51 | $90,494 |
| 2 Adults (1 working) | $22.48 | $46,756 |
| 2 Adults, 1 Child | $31.89 | $66,328 |
| 2 Adults, 2 Children | $40.43 | $84,095 |
| 2 Adults, 3 Children | $48.78 | $101,462 |
Annual cost breakdown (1 Adult)
| Category | Annual Cost | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | $10,342 | $862 |
| Food | $4,525 | $377 |
| Medical | $3,501 | $292 |
| Transportation | $5,234 | $436 |
| Childcare | $0 | $0 |
| Civic & Other | $2,139 | $178 |
| Personal & Misc | $2,701 | $225 |
| Taxes | $6,243 | $520 |
| Total | $34,685 | $2,890 |
Wage comparison
Living wage$16.68/hr
Minimum wage$7.25/hr
Poverty wage$7.52/hr
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