Columbia County, Wisconsin Housing Market
In Columbia County, Wisconsin, the median home value is $283,200, with a median monthly rent of $978. This places Columbia County at #712 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #10 within Wisconsin.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,066
- Establishments: 1,656
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 143
- Multi-family: 24
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 26,844 (avg $82,976)
- Outflow: 25,824 (avg $82,959)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Columbia County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 53561 | 266.9 | -16.58% | 2025 |
| 2 | 53923 | 260.4 | +2.10% | 2025 |
| 3 | 53956 | 231.4 | +13.33% | 2025 |
| 4 | 53954 | 251.2 | +10.46% | 2025 |
| 5 | 53901 | 238.9 | +5.88% | 2025 |
| 6 | 53913 | 252.3 | +1.47% | 2025 |
| 7 | 53932 | 236.4 | +5.43% | 2025 |
| 8 | 53955 | 244.5 | +7.67% | 2025 |
| 9 | 53925 | 219.7 | +8.03% | 2025 |
| 10 | 53911 | 260.6 | +1.95% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Columbia County | Wisconsin Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $283,200 | $234,086 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $978 | $915 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 76.7% | 75.9% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 24.1 | 21.2 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Columbia County is 21.0% above the Wisconsin state average and 24.4% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $978/month is 6.9% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 24.1, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Columbia County has an owner-occupancy rate of 76.7%, compared to 75.9% in Wisconsin and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferry County | Washington | $283,400 | $663 |
| Leavenworth County | Kansas | $282,900 | $1,219 |
| Plaquemines Parish | Louisiana | $282,900 | $1,573 |
| Beaver County | Utah | $283,700 | $981 |
| Duchesne County | Utah | $283,700 | $1,009 |
Other Counties in Wisconsin
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calumet County | $274,200 | $1,073 | 80.1% |
| Jefferson County | $274,100 | $1,035 | 73.1% |
| Polk County | $271,900 | $957 | 81.0% |
| Outagamie County | $267,300 | $1,057 | 71.5% |
| Vilas County | $300,000 | $847 | 84.0% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).