Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Wausau

Affordability in Wausau, WI

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Wausau is $1,010 per month and the median household income is $64,389. About 42% of Wausau residents rent their homes, meaning demand for affordable options is a real factor in this market.

Safety

The Wausau Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 305 per 100,000 residents in 2024, according to the FBI Crime Data Explorer. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in how agencies define and report offenses.

Getting Around Wausau

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Wausau scores 69 (Somewhat Walkable) and a Bike Score of 72, indicating good conditions for cycling. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

Wausau is served by 1 school district with 21 public schools -- including 15 elementary, 2 middle, and 4 high schools -- according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Renting in Wausau, WI

The median household income in Wausau is $64,389 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median market rent is $1,010 per month, according to the same source.

Affordable housing in Wausau includes 503 income-restricted units across 6 HUD-assisted or LIHTC properties. Rent in these programs is tied to your income, not market rates, which can make a significant difference for cost-burdened households.

Environment

All 6 affordable housing properties in Wausau have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone -- a reassuring finding for renters concerned about flood exposure.