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Average Rent in Menominee County, WI↑ Rents rising 6.0% YoY

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 4,256

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Market Overview

Menominee County, WI has rental prices ranging from $706/month to $1,387/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $760/month — 46% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $59,528/year, spending $760/month on a 1-bedroom represents 15% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Menominee County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $997/month, Menominee County ranks #27 most expensive of the 63 cities tracked in Wisconsin — pricier than 64% of all US cities in our data.

The Menominee County Rental Market

The Menominee County, WI area has a population of about 4,256 and 27% 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 Menominee County, WI have risen by $56/month (6.0%) over the past year, from $941 to $997. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Menominee County, WI without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $30,400. The local median household income of $59,528 exceeds that threshold by $29,128, making Menominee County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Menominee County, WI has an unemployment rate of 5.6%, 1.7 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
$706
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$760
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$997
↑6.0% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,230
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,387
Affordable
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Is Menominee County, WI Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$39,880/year
Local median income: $59,528
To buy a median home
—/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $997/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 Menominee County?

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

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Menominee County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$997/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏠 Buy

Buying breaks even after 4 years — worth it if you stay 4+ years.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $997/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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