salaryRent is lower than in 77% 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 17.2 minutes.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $47,160 a year. That is $23 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Wisconsin cities?
Yes. Rent here is cheaper than in most of Wisconsin. It is number 54 of 156 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Sheboygan?
Share of households by yearly income. 16.0% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Sheboygan
| Size | Sheboygan | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $497 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $884 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,071 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,116 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,294 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Sheboygan overall?
Everyday prices in the Sheboygan metro area are 6% below the U.S. average (index 94.0, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Sheboygan
Life in Sheboygan
What jobs pay in Sheboygan
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $141,790 | 10.0% |
| Physician Assistant | $134,360 | 10.5% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $131,880 | 10.7% |
| Operations Manager | $122,130 | 11.6% |
| Lawyer | $115,770 | 12.2% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $102,630 | 13.8% |
| Software Developer | $101,380 | 14.0% |
| Dental Hygienist | $98,940 | 14.3% |
| Civil Engineer | $96,580 | 14.6% |
| Plumber | $91,530 | 15.5% |
| Registered Nurse | $84,240 | 16.8% |
| Accountant | $80,330 | 17.6% |
| Firefighter | $79,620 | 17.8% |
| Electrician | $78,880 | 17.9% |
| Police Officer | $76,720 | 18.4% |
| Market Research Analyst | $63,990 | 22.1% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,820 | 22.5% |
| Carpenter | $62,760 | 22.5% |
| HVAC Technician | $61,580 | 23.0% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,110 | 23.2% |
| Truck Driver | $56,820 | 24.9% |
| Medical Assistant | $49,560 | 28.5% |
| Warehouse Worker | $48,150 | 29.4% |
| Customer Service Representative | $47,720 | 29.6% |
| Nursing Assistant | $47,050 | 30.1% |
| Retail Salesperson | $35,370 | 40.0% |
| Restaurant Cook | $35,360 | 40.0% |
| Cashier | $30,780 | 46.0% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,980 | 47.2% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Sheboygan?
About the same. Renting and owning cost within $30 of each other each month.
Owning assumes a typical $174,200 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $17,420 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Sheboygan, WI?
Renting in Sheboygan costs a median of about $1,179 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Wisconsin median is $1,305.
How much do I need to make to live in Sheboygan?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $47,160 a year, or $23 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Sheboygan cheap or expensive?
Sheboygan is rated OK: rent takes 20.8% of the typical household income of $67,867. It ranks 54th cheapest of 156 Wisconsin cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Sheboygan?
The median homeowner in Sheboygan pays $2,714 a year in property taxes, about 1.56% of the median home value.
Is Sheboygan more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 6% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Sheboygan?
The median home value in Sheboygan is $174,200, about 2.6 times the typical yearly household income.
49,645 people live in Sheboygan. Numbers are typical (middle) values.