Wisconsin

Best Places for Seniorsin Wisconsin

Wisconsin is for you if you're looking to retire to the Badger State. It's well known for its vast, gorgeous land that many use for farming, particularly cheeses and other products, including breweries. But, of course, if you're looking to retire in peace, then you'll love Wisconsin. Expect mild summers, but be sure to bundle up during winter. It can be cold. Otherwise, you're moving to an area that's a great place to live and affordable. Read below to see how well Wisconsin fares against the country's national average.

Financial Overview

Cost of Living in Wisconsin

Wisconsin is slightly below the national average in the US, being nearly 3%. Utilities, transportation, and miscellaneous costs all share that they are a bit below the national average. Groceries are about a percent higher, unfortunately. However, Wisconsin shines because the housing costs are over 11 points lower than the national average, with the median home cost being over $100K less than what you will pay in other areas. Overall, it can be a state where you could have a comfortable retirement, but this can depend on where you live and your overall budget.

Cost Comparison Index

100 = National Average

Category	Wisconsin	US Average
Overall	97.3↓ 2.7%	100
Grocery	100.9	100
Housing	88.6↓ 11.4%	100
Median Home Cost	$180,600	$291,700
Utilities	98.1↓ 1.9%	100
Transportation	97.8↓ 2.2%	100
Miscellaneous	98.9↓ 1.1%	100

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Dickson Hollow

Dickson Hollow Is this your business? Dickson Hollow is a senior living provider in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin that offers residents Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, and Memory Care. Contact Dickson Hollow for more details on services and rates.

W156N4881 Pilgrim Road Menomonee Falls WI 53051

Lindengrove Communities In Waukesha

LindenGrove Communities in Waukesha Is this your business? LindenGrove Communities in Waukesha is a senior living provider in Waukesha, Wisconsin that offers residents Assisted Living, Nursing Homes, and Continuing Care Communities. Contact LindenGrove Communities in Waukesha for more details on services and rates.

425 N UNIVERSITY DR Waukesha WI 53188

Harwood Place Wauwatosa, WI

Harwood Place Is this your business? Harwood Place is a senior living provider in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin that offers residents Assisted Living, Nursing Homes, and Adult Day Care. Contact Harwood Place for more details on services and rates.

8220 Harwood Avenue Wauwatosa WI 53213

Bethany Riverside

Bethany Riverside Bethany Riverside is a senior living provider in La Crosse, Wisconsin that offers residents Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Continuing Care Communities, and Memory Care. Contact Bethany Riverside for more details on services and rates.

2575 S 7TH ST La Crosse WI 54601

Orchard Hills Assisted Living Eau Claire, WI

Orchard Hills Assisted Living Is this your business? Orchard Hills Assisted Living is a senior living provider in Eau Claire, Wisconsin that offers residents Assisted Living and Nursing Homes. Contact Orchard Hills Assisted Living for more details on services and rates.

1403 TRUAX BLVD Eau Claire WI 54703

Oak Ridge Care Center

Oak Ridge Care Center Is this your business? Oak Ridge Care Center is a senior living provider in Union Grove, Wisconsin that offers residents Assisted Living and Nursing Homes. Contact Oak Ridge Care Center for more details on services and rates.

1400 8TH AVE Union Grove WI 53182

Rennes Health Center Appleton

Rennes Health Center Appleton Is this your business? Rennes Health Center Appleton is a senior living provider in Appleton, Wisconsin that offers residents Assisted Living and Nursing Homes. Contact Rennes Health Center Appleton for more details on services and rates.

325 E Florida Avenue Appleton WI 54911

Lasata Senior Living Campus

Lasata Senior Living Campus Is this your business? Lasata Senior Living Campus is a senior living provider in Cedarburg, Wisconsin that offers residents Assisted Living and Nursing Homes. Contact Lasata Senior Living Campus for more details on services and rates.

W76 N677 Wauwatosa Road, Cedarburg WI 53012

St Paul Elder Services

St Paul Elder Services Is this your business? St Paul Elder Services is a senior living provider in Kaukauna, Wisconsin that offers residents Assisted Living and Nursing Homes. Contact St Paul Elder Services for more details on services and rates.

316 EAST 14TH STREET Kaukauna WI 54130

Lindengrove - Mukwonago

Lindengrove - Mukwonago Is this your business? Lindengrove - Mukwonago is a senior living provider in Mukwonago, Wisconsin that offers residents Assisted Living and Nursing Homes. Contact Lindengrove - Mukwonago for more details on services and rates.

837 County Road NN, E. Mukwonago WI 53149

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Best Places for Seniorsin Wisconsin

Cost of Living in Wisconsin

Cost Comparison Index

Average Rent by Bedroom Size

Top 10 Assisted Living in Wisconsin

Dickson Hollow

Lindengrove Communities In Waukesha

Harwood Place Wauwatosa, WI

Bethany Riverside

Orchard Hills Assisted Living Eau Claire, WI

Oak Ridge Care Center

Rennes Health Center Appleton

Lasata Senior Living Campus

St Paul Elder Services

Lindengrove - Mukwonago

Assisted Living Costs by City

Monthly Costs by Location

Home Care Facilities in Wisconsin

Popular Senior Resource

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Get The Best Senior Living Options

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