Last updated June 22, 2026
Average Rent in Wisconsin (2026)
Average rent across Wisconsin is $2,180/mo as of June 2026, based on 644 units tracked daily across 8 cities and 47 apartment communities. Rents are up $433 (23.2%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $650 to $14,130.
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Wisconsin Rent by City
Cities ranked by tracked inventory depth, biggest first. Prices are refreshed daily.
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison | $2,670 | +$86 | 369 | $1,000 |
| Waukesha | $1,725 | -$221 | 99 | $775 |
| Altoona | $1,565 | -$347 | 51 | $925 |
| Green Bay | $1,111 | +$151 | 40 | $675 |
| Milwaukee | $1,431 | +$427 | 28 | $650 |
| Eau Claire | $1,218 | -$25 | 26 | $725 |
| Kenosha | $1,818 | -$40 | 22 | $1,050 |
| Appleton | $1,421 | +$40 | 7 | $1,145 |
Which Wisconsin Cities Are Getting Cheaper?
30-day percent change in asking rent across Wisconsin cities. Green bars dropped, red bars rose. Showing the 8 biggest movers.
Rent by Bedroom Type
Average rent in Wisconsin broken down by apartment size. Only bedroom buckets with 100+ tracked units are shown so every row is backed by meaningful sample size.
| Type | Avg Rent | From | Up To | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,787 | $650 | $2,855 | 139 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,054 | $725 | $3,500 | 256 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,597 | $825 | $7,000 | 196 |
2 bedroom buckets hidden with fewer than 100 tracked units.
Wisconsin Rent Trend Over Time
Average rent trend across all tracked Wisconsin apartments.
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What is the average rent in Wisconsin?
The average rent in Wisconsin is $2,180 per month as of June 2026, based on 644 units tracked across 8 cities.
Which Wisconsin city has the cheapest rent?
Appleton has the lowest average rent in Wisconsin at $1,421 per month, with units starting from $1,145.
Are rents going up or down in Wisconsin?
Rents in Wisconsin have increased by $433 (23.2%) over the last 30 days.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Wisconsin?
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Wisconsin is $2,054 per month, with 256 units available.
What is the most expensive city in Wisconsin?
Madison is the most expensive city in Wisconsin with an average rent of $2,670 per month.
How many apartments are available in Wisconsin?
We track 644 individual units across 47 apartment communities in 8 Wisconsin cities. Prices are updated daily.
What is the average rent for a studio in Wisconsin?
The average studio apartment rent in Wisconsin is $1,787 per month.
How often are Wisconsin rent prices updated?
We refresh real asking prices every morning. All Wisconsin rent data is updated daily, giving you the most current pricing available.