salaryGreen Bay is the 3rd-largest city in Wisconsin that we track, with 106,253 residents. Rent is lower than in 69% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs under 3 years of household income, which is easy by U.S. standards. Commutes are short, about 19.2 minutes.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $52,280 a year. That is $25 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Wisconsin cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Wisconsin. It is number 80 of 156 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Green Bay?
Share of households by yearly income. 17.6% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Green Bay
| Size | Green Bay | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $793 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $847 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,130 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,403 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,562 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Green Bay overall?
Everyday prices in the Green Bay metro area are 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.1, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Green Bay
Life in Green Bay
What jobs pay in Green Bay
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $141,090 | 11.1% |
| Physician Assistant | $131,720 | 11.9% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $127,540 | 12.3% |
| Lawyer | $119,370 | 13.1% |
| Operations Manager | $112,500 | 13.9% |
| Software Developer | $103,160 | 15.2% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $100,290 | 15.6% |
| Civil Engineer | $93,660 | 16.7% |
| Dental Hygienist | $91,920 | 17.1% |
| Plumber | $90,570 | 17.3% |
| Registered Nurse | $84,700 | 18.5% |
| Police Officer | $81,110 | 19.3% |
| Accountant | $77,720 | 20.2% |
| Electrician | $77,260 | 20.3% |
| Market Research Analyst | $63,050 | 24.9% |
| HVAC Technician | $61,340 | 25.6% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $60,790 | 25.8% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,600 | 25.9% |
| Carpenter | $60,320 | 26.0% |
| Truck Driver | $59,810 | 26.2% |
| Firefighter | $47,980 | 32.7% |
| Medical Assistant | $47,910 | 32.7% |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,880 | 33.5% |
| Warehouse Worker | $44,010 | 35.6% |
| Nursing Assistant | $43,450 | 36.1% |
| Restaurant Cook | $36,760 | 42.7% |
| Retail Salesperson | $34,090 | 46.0% |
| Cashier | $30,380 | 51.6% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,610 | 53.0% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Green Bay?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $131 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $207,200 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $20,720 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Green Bay, WI?
Renting in Green Bay costs a median of about $1,307 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Wisconsin median is $1,305.
How much do I need to make to live in Green Bay?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $52,280 a year, or $25 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Green Bay cheap or expensive?
Green Bay is rated OK: rent takes 22.0% of the typical household income of $71,403. It ranks 80th cheapest of 156 Wisconsin cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Green Bay?
The median homeowner in Green Bay pays $3,125 a year in property taxes, about 1.51% of the median home value.
Is Green Bay more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 7% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Green Bay?
The median home value in Green Bay is $207,200, about 2.9 times the typical yearly household income.
106,253 people live in Green Bay. Numbers are typical (middle) values.