Dane County, Wisconsin Housing Market
In Dane County, Wisconsin, the median home value is $394,800, with a median monthly rent of $1,398. This places Dane County at #298 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #2 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: $1,478
- Establishments: 18,062
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 1,437
- Multi-family: 5,192
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 247,779 (avg $114,023)
- Outflow: 241,791 (avg $115,211)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Dane County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 53726 | 313.6 | +7.35% | 2025 |
| 2 | 53507 | 251.2 | -2.13% | 2025 |
| 3 | 53515 | 254.5 | +8.96% | 2025 |
| 4 | 53715 | 323.5 | -4.58% | 2025 |
| 5 | 53560 | 257.2 | +1.39% | 2025 |
| 6 | 53713 | 296.5 | +9.83% | 2025 |
| 7 | 53529 | 275.7 | +4.01% | 2025 |
| 8 | 53508 | 272.5 | +8.31% | 2025 |
| 9 | 53594 | 246.5 | +0.34% | 2025 |
| 10 | 53703 | 354.3 | -1.31% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Dane County | Wisconsin Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $394,800 | $234,086 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,398 | $915 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 57.1% | 75.9% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 23.5 | 21.2 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Dane County is 68.7% above the Wisconsin state average and 73.4% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,398/month is 52.8% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 23.5, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Dane County has an owner-occupancy rate of 57.1%, compared to 75.9% in Wisconsin and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greene County | Georgia | $394,800 | $924 |
| Wallowa County | Oregon | $394,800 | $981 |
| Sheridan County | Wyoming | $394,900 | $939 |
| Grand Isle County | Vermont | $394,100 | $1,425 |
| York County | Maine | $395,700 | $1,339 |
Other Counties in Wisconsin
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waukesha County | $398,200 | $1,356 | 76.0% |
| Ozaukee County | $390,200 | $1,154 | 72.9% |
| St. Croix County | $377,700 | $1,271 | 78.3% |
| Washington County | $344,800 | $1,153 | 78.1% |
| Door County | $342,600 | $1,086 | 78.2% |
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).