Cost of Living in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Sheboygan County Compares
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Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Sheboygan County ranks #1,668 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 47%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin
Sheboygan near parity with Wisconsin baseline
Sheboygan County's 14.8% rent-to-income ratio sits just below Wisconsin's state average of 14.9%, while renters pay $889—nearly matching the state's $891 median. With median income of $71,898, Sheboygan households outpace the national average by $2,857, cushioning housing cost burden slightly.
Sheboygan hovers at Wisconsin's affordability midline
At 14.8%, Sheboygan's rent-to-income ratio sits just below the state's 14.9% average, placing it solidly in the middle tier of Wisconsin's 72 counties. This means renters here face typical housing pressures for the state, neither especially tight nor exceptionally loose.
Sheboygan rents top regional competition
Sheboygan's $889 rent leads nearby Trempealeau ($887) and outpaces Sawyer ($683) and Shawano ($777), reflecting its position as a more developed Lake Michigan county. However, median home value of $218,400 remains competitive with the broader region.
Housing costs claim typical share in Sheboygan
Renters spend $889 monthly (14.8% of $71,898 income), while homeowners pay $1,063 for mortgages and property costs. The county's $218,400 median home value positions buyers in the moderate range for Wisconsin.
Sheboygan offers stable, typical Wisconsin costs
If you're seeking a balanced Lake Michigan lifestyle without extreme housing pressures, Sheboygan delivers state-average affordability with higher incomes than rural northern counties. Compare to rural alternatives like Vilas or Sawyer to weigh Lake access against lower housing costs.
Cost of Living Advisory: Sheboygan County
Affordability Verdict
Sheboygan County is affordable for renters, with a median gross rent of $889/month representing approximately 14.8% of median household income. The rent burden (GRAPI) stands at 23.0%.
Rent vs. Own
The median rent in Sheboygan County is $889/month, while owner costs run $1,063/month. Renting saves approximately $174/month.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $35,560/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $45,557/year. With a median household income of $71,898, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 23.0% of renter households in Sheboygan County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Compared to Iowa County where rent averages $941/month, Sheboygan County is approximately 6% less expensive.
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Rent Burden
14.8%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,678
per month
Owner Cost Burden
17.7%
of gross income
The median home in Sheboygan County may be a stretch
Median home value is $218,400. Estimated monthly cost: $1,744 vs. your max of $1,678.
Rent Affordability Guide
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Based on the 30% rule for rent and 28% rule for housing costs (mortgage + owner costs). Mortgage estimate assumes 20% down, 7.2% interest, 30-year fixed.
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See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.
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