How much does it cost to rent in Neenah, WI?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Neenah, WI is $983. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Neenah cheaper than other Wisconsin cities?

Neenah is among the more affordable cities in Wisconsin, ranking #61 out of 62 cities at $983/mo.

When was Neenah rent data last updated?

Neenah rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Neenah

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Pop. 27,336·61st most expensive in Wisconsin·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$983/mo

Year-over-Year

-1.0%

Month-over-Month

-4.9%

vs US Median

-$982

Falling (Monthly)

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Neenah · $983

More affordable than 98% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

16% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $983/mo, rent takes about 16% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$39,000/yr

Local median income

$75,374/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Neenah's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$880

1 BR

$900

2 BR

$1,170

3 BR

$1,570

4 BR+

$1,750

Research median

$1,170/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$11,796/yr

At $983/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 1.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-1.0% YoY, -4.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Neenah, WI is majority owner-occupied, 35.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

27,336

Median income

$75,374

Median age

Renters

33.8%

Age distribution

23.8%

21.7%

26.6%

12.1%

15.7%

Under 1823.8%

18–3421.7%

35–5426.6%

55–6412.1%

65+15.7%

Gender

51.3%

48.7%

Male51.3%

Female48.7%

Race & ethnicity

86.4%

White86.4%

Black1.8%

Hispanic8.5%

Asian2.8%

Other0.5%

Education (25+)

26.5%

32.3%

35.8%

No HS diploma5.4%

HS diploma26.5%

Some college32.3%

Bachelor's+35.8%

Housing tenure

66.2%

33.8%

Owner66.2%

Renter33.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Neenah, WI has changed in 5 years

Income

$64,617 → $75,374

up 16.6%

Population

27,194 → 27,336

up 0.5%

Renter share

35.9% → 33.8%

-2.1 pts

Bachelor's+

31.6% → 35.8%

+4.2 pts

Median age

36.9 → 38

+1.1 yrs

Median household income rose from $64,617 to $75,374 between 2021 and 2024, a 16.6% shift. Renters now make up 33.8% of households, compared with 35.9% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 35.8% of adults here, versus 31.6% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Neenah on your salary?

At $983/mo, how Neenah rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 13.1% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 18.5% income

very comfortable

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 16.1% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 19.8% income

very comfortable

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 21.9% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 17.8% income

very comfortable

By apartment size

Neenah rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Neenah. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Neenah, WI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Neenah is $983/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $880/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,170/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $900/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,570/mo.

At 16% of local median household income ($75,374/yr), Neenah ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Neenah an affordable city for renters?

Neenah is considered very affordable for renters. At $983/mo, rent takes approximately 16% of the local median household income ($75,374/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Neenah falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Neenah?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $39,000/year (~$19/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $983/mo in Neenah. The local median household income is $75,374/yr, meaning the typical Neenah household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Neenah?

Rent in Neenah has decreased 1.0% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Neenah rent compare to other cities in Wisconsin?

Neenah is one of the more affordable cities in Wisconsin for rent, ranking #61 out of 62 tracked cities at $983/mo.

What percentage of Neenah residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.8% of Neenah households are renters, while 66.2% are owner-occupied. Neenah leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.