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Wisconsin Rapids, WI, United States
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$1,440
Retiree Score
59.3
Safety Index
68.2
Healthcare
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The tax burden is heavy and bureaucracy a persistent headache for the 18,877 residents of this former lumber town. Once a thriving paper and manufacturing hub, Wisconsin Rapids now struggles to replace the 900 jobs lost when the Verso paper mill shuttered in 2020. While the city offers ample outdoor recreation, from a municipal zoo to water-skiing championships, the lingering specter of the logging era - a "rough lumbering town, filled with lumberjacks who engaged in many drunken brawls" - remains. This Midwestern outpost is best suited for those seeking an affordable, laidback lifestyle far from the coasts.

Can I afford Wisconsin Rapids, WI?

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Wisconsin Rapids, WI

You could save

1,560/mo

Savings Rate52%

Monthly Costs

Rent $540
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$900

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
52/100
Retiree Score
(i)
50/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets United States Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
68
Safety
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Healthcare
50
Walkability
50
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $1
Bread (loaf) *$2
Eggs (12) $5
Rice (1kg) *$5
Chicken (1kg) *$12

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$20
Meal (Mid-range) $70
Cappuccino $5
Water (0.33L) *$2

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $202
Mobile Plan (mo) $68
Gym (mo) *$31
Cinema Ticket $15

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $360
1BR Outside (mo) *$542
3BR Center (mo) $640
3BR Outside (mo) *$891

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Widely Spoken
Expat Community
Very Few
Top Neighborhoods
Wisconsin Rapids suburbs
Best For
families

Expat Life Notes

Industrial town on the river. Safe and family-oriented.

Pros

  • ✓ Safe and safe
  • ✓ Low cost of living
  • ✓ River access

Cons

  • ✗ Industrial feel
  • ✗ Cold winters
  • ✗ Isolated

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Wisconsin Rapids, WI

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Wisconsin Rapids, WI has a population of approximately 18,877 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $2,250 per month in Wisconsin Rapids, WI, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $900/month.

Wisconsin Rapids, WI is considered relatively safe, with a safety index of 68.2. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

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