Salary Needed to Live in Janesville as a Single

A single adult living independently needs approximately $17,306/year to live comfortably in Janesville, WI — including 10% savings.

Comfortable Salary
$17,306
with 10% savings
Bare Minimum
$14,968
no savings buffer
Monthly Expenses
$923
14% below national avg

Detailed Monthly Budget for a Single in Janesville

ExpenseJanesvilleNat'l AvgDiff
🏠 Studio/1BR Rent$84$113-26%
🛒 Groceries$22$17+29%
⚡ Utilities$11$14-21%
🚗 Transportation$27$26+4%
🛡️ Car Insurance$185$211-12%
🏥 Health Insurance$39$53-26%
Internet$56$65-14%
Phone$73$85-14%
Dining & Social$258$300-14%
Entertainment$103$120-14%
Personal Care$65$75-13%
Total Monthly$923$1,079-14%

How We Calculated the Salary

Monthly expenses:$923
Target savings (10%):$119/mo
Monthly after-tax needed:$1,042
Effective tax rate:26%

Gross annual salary needed:$17,306

Other Household Types in Janesville

Couple (No Kids)
$24,019/yr
$1,241/mo expenses
Family with Kids
$50,990/yr
$2,507/mo expenses
Retiree
$17,843/yr
$1,026/mo expenses

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FAQ

What salary does a single person need in Janesville?
A single person needs approximately $17,306/year ($1,442/month gross) to live comfortably in Janesville with a 10% savings rate.
How much is rent for a single person in Janesville?
A studio/1br in Janesville costs approximately $84/month, which is the largest single expense at 9% of the total budget.
Is Janesville affordable for a single person?
Yes, Janesville is 14% more affordable than the national average for a single person.
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