Special Interest
Housing in Washburn County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Washburn County averages $795/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Wisconsin median of $1,087 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 27% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Washburn County FMR Area are $703 for a studio, $777 for 1‑bedroom, $1,020 for 2‑bedroom, $1,223 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,351 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $225 increase for a 2-bedroom in Washburn County shows a 28% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Washburn County was 4.0% in 2024, compared to Wisconsin at 3.0% and the national rate of 4.0%.
