Salary Needed to Live in Oshkosh as a Family

A family of four (2 adults, 2 children) needs approximately $48,915/year to live comfortably in Oshkosh, WI — including 15% savings.

Comfortable Salary
$48,915
with 15% savings
Bare Minimum
$39,000
no savings buffer
Monthly Expenses
$2,405
18% below national avg

Detailed Monthly Budget for a Family in Oshkosh

ExpenseOshkoshNat'l AvgDiff
🏠 3BR Apartment/House Rent$138$209-34%
🛒 Groceries$47$44+7%
⚡ Utilities$21$28-25%
🚗 Transportation$35$44-20%
🛡️ Car Insurance$159$211-25%
🏥 Health Insurance$48$53-9%
Childcare/After-school$1,008$1,200-16%
Internet + Phones$151$180-16%
Children Activities$210$250-16%
Dining Out$294$350-16%
School Supplies & Clothing$168$200-16%
Healthcare Co-pays$126$150-16%
Total Monthly$2,405$2,919-18%

How We Calculated the Salary

Monthly expenses:$2,405
Target savings (15%):$532/mo
Monthly after-tax needed:$2,937
Effective tax rate:26%

Gross annual salary needed:$48,915

Other Household Types in Oshkosh

Single Person
$16,369/yr
$873/mo expenses
Couple (No Kids)
$22,819/yr
$1,179/mo expenses
Retiree
$16,957/yr
$975/mo expenses

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FAQ

What salary does a family with kids need in Oshkosh?
A family with kids needs approximately $48,915/year ($4,076/month gross) to live comfortably in Oshkosh with a 15% savings rate.
How much is rent for a family with kids in Oshkosh?
A 3br apartment/house in Oshkosh costs approximately $138/month, which is the largest single expense at 6% of the total budget.
Is Oshkosh affordable for a family with kids?
Yes, Oshkosh is 18% more affordable than the national average for a family with kids.
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