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Average Rent in Langlade County, WI Rents rising 3.1% YoY🔻 2nd cheapest in WI

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 19,473

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Market Overview

Langlade County, WI has rental prices ranging from $660/month to $1,265/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $711/month — 49% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $57,258/year, spending $711/month on a 1-bedroom represents 15% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Langlade County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $933/month, Langlade County ranks #62 most expensive of the 63 cities tracked in Wisconsin — more affordable than 60% of all US cities in our data.

The Langlade County Rental Market

The Langlade County, WI area has a population of about 19,473 and 22% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Langlade County, WI have risen by $28/month (3.1%) over the past year, from $905 to $933. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Langlade County, WI without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $28,440. The local median household income of $57,258 exceeds that threshold by $28,818, making Langlade County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Langlade County, WI has an unemployment rate of 4.2%, 0.3 percentage points above the national average of 3.9%. A higher unemployment rate can moderate rental demand over time, which may help keep rent growth in check compared to tighter job markets.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$660
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$711
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$933
3.1% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,124
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,265
Affordable
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Is Langlade County, WI Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$37,320/year
Local median income: $57,258
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $933/month and 20% down on a home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in WIlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Kenosha County$1,104$1,111$1,447$1,944
Milwaukee$939$1,056$1,257$1,558
Madison$1,080$1,282$1,472$1,935
Green Bay$841$918$1,147$1,521
Appleton$769$866$1,106$1,528
Racine$788$901$1,149$1,490

Rent or Buy in Langlade County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Langlade County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$933/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏢 Rent

Renting appears to be the better financial choice for this scenario.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $933/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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