Cost of Living in Lac La Belle, WI

With a cost of living index of 197, Lac La Belle, WI is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. Living here is 97% more expensive than the national average and 117% above the Wisconsin state average of 79. Lac La Belle is a small community of 277 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Lac La Belle's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $2,250 (71% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $1,158,300 (280% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 5.6x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Lac La Belle is $206,250, which is 174% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 13% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Everyday prices in the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.