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Tomah

Pop. 9,532·43rd most expensive in Wisconsin·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,233/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-5.0%
vs US Median
-$729
Falling (Monthly)
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Tomah · $1,233
More affordable than 91% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
29% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,233/mo, rent takes about 29% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$49,000/yr
Local median income
$51,274/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Tomah's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$740
1 BR
$870
2 BR
$1,080
3 BR
$1,400
4 BR+
$1,550
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,080/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,233 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$14,796/yr
At $1,233/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -5.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Tomah, WI is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
9,532
Median income
$51,274
Median age
41.8
Renters
44.8%
Age distribution
22.4%
20.7%
20.7%
15.4%
20.8%
Under 1822.4%
18–3420.7%
35–5420.7%
55–6415.4%
65+20.8%
Gender
51%
49%
Male51%
Female49%
Race & ethnicity
91.6%
White91.6%
Black2.1%
Hispanic4.7%
Asian0.8%
Other0.7%
Education (25+)
29.7%
36.8%
24.2%
No HS diploma9.3%
HS diploma29.7%
Some college36.8%
Bachelor's+24.2%
Housing tenure
55.2%
44.8%
Owner55.2%
Renter44.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Tomah, WI has changed in 5 years

Income
$51,661 → $51,274
down 0.7%
Population
9,515 → 9,532
up 0.2%
Renter share
46.9% → 44.8%
-2.1 pts
Bachelor's+
26.3% → 24.2%
-2.1 pts
Median age
41.3 → 41.8
+0.5 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $51,661 to $51,274 across the same window, down 0.7% versus 2021. Renters now make up 44.8% of households, compared with 46.9% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 24.2% of adults here, versus 26.3% in 2021.

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Tomah rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Tomah, WI

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Tomah is $1,233/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $740/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,080/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $870/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,400/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($51,274/yr), Tomah ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Tomah an affordable city for renters?

Tomah is considered affordable for renters. At $1,233/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($51,274/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Tomah falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Tomah?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $49,000/year (~$24/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,233/mo in Tomah. The local median household income is $51,274/yr, meaning the typical Tomah household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Tomah?

Rent in Tomah has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of August 2026.

How does Tomah rent compare to other cities in Wisconsin?

Tomah is one of the more affordable cities in Wisconsin for rent, ranking #43 out of 62 tracked cities at $1,233/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Tomah?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Tomah ($1,233/mo): La Crosse ($1,089/mo), Wisconsin Rapids ($1,094/mo), Marshfield ($1,196/mo).

What percentage of Tomah residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 44.8% of Tomah households are renters, while 55.2% are owner-occupied. Tomah leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Tomah rent compare to the national average?

Tomah's median rent of $1,233/mo is $729 (37%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Wisconsin, it ranks #43 out of 62 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,233/mo, rent takes ~29% of Tomah's median household income ($51,274/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Tomah 29%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.5–7.65%
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