Rent vs Buy in Wisconsin
Compare 13 cities across Wisconsin. Find out whether renting or buying makes more financial sense in your area.
13cities analyzed
Avg Home:$251,154
Avg Rent:$1,442/mo
Avg Price/Rent:14.5
Wisconsin Housing Market Summary
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Cities Analyzed
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Toss-Up
Across Wisconsin's 13 analyzed cities, the majority (13 cities) favor buying over renting. This suggests Wisconsin generally offers good value for homebuyers.
The average home price in Wisconsin is $251,154, with average rents at $1,442/month. This gives an average price-to-rent ratio of 14.5.
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All Wisconsin Cities
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| City | Median Price | Median Rent | Price/Rent | Break-even | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | $300,000 | $1,550 | 16.1 | 5 yrs | Buy |
| Madison | $275,000 | $1,600 | 14.3 | 4 yrs | Buy |
| Green Bay | $280,000 | $1,550 | 15.1 | 6 yrs | Buy |
| Appleton | $250,000 | $1,600 | 13.0 | 6 yrs | Buy |
| Waukesha | $260,000 | $1,500 | 14.4 | 4 yrs | Buy |
| Eau Claire | $250,000 | $1,300 | 16.0 | 4 yrs | Buy |
| Oshkosh | $220,000 | $1,300 | 14.1 | 5 yrs | Buy |
| Janesville | $225,000 | $1,200 | 15.6 | 4 yrs | Buy |
| West Allis | $275,000 | $1,600 | 14.3 | 4 yrs | Buy |
| La Crosse | $220,000 | $1,500 | 12.2 | 5 yrs | Buy |
| Sheboygan | $255,000 | $1,450 | 14.7 | 5 yrs | Buy |
| Wauwatosa | $240,000 | $1,300 | 15.4 | 4 yrs | Buy |
| Fond du Lac | $215,000 | $1,300 | 13.8 | 4 yrs | Buy |
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