Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in Waukesha County, Wisconsin
Waukesha County has a HUD fair market rent of $1,263 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $1,356 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $24.29 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,263
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- About the same as in Wisconsin
- Typical rent
- $1,356
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- 25% more than in Wisconsin
- Wage needed
- $24.29
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $50,520 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 45%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 3% more than in Wisconsin
Only here
Renting in Waukesha County: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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Of the 72 counties in Wisconsin, Waukesha County has the highest typical household income: $106,076.
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Waukesha County has the 2nd highest typical rent of the 72 counties in Wisconsin ($1,356).
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Waukesha County has the highest typical rent in its area: $1,356, more than any of its 6 neighboring counties; next is Washington County ($1,153).
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Average 2020–2024).
Fair market rent
What HUD sets for each size
Every year HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) publishes a Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each home size in Waukesha County. It is used to work out how much a Section 8 voucher covers. The table shows what you need to earn to pay it without spending more than 30% of income.
The fair market rent covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD generally sets it at the 40th percentile: 4 in 10 standard-quality homes rented recently cost less. 24 CFR §888.113(a)
According to Zillow (ZORI), the typical asking rent in Waukesha County was $1,871 a month in September 2026: 4.8% more than 12 months ago. It is an index of market listings, not a HUD limit. Zillow data
| Size | Fair rent per month | Hourly wage | Income needed per year |
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| Studio | $985 | $18.94 | $39,400 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,060 | $20.38 | $42,400 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,263 | $24.29 | $50,520 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,553 | $29.87 | $62,120 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,664 | $32.00 | $66,560 |
HUD area: Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI MSA. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027
By ZIP code
The fair market rent for your ZIP code
HUD also publishes fair market rents by ZIP code (Small Area FMRs) for 34 ZIP codes in Waukesha County (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,210 in 53007 to $1,890 in 53045. 29 ZIP codes are above the county's fair market rent ($1,263).
Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses. 24 CFR §982.503(a)(1)
| 53005 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,470 | $1,590 | $1,890 | $2,320 | $2,490 |
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| 53007 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $930 | $1,010 | $1,210 | $1,490 | $1,610 |
| 53018 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,370 | $1,480 | $1,760 | $2,160 | $2,320 |
| 53029 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,010 | $1,090 | $1,300 | $1,600 | $1,710 |
| 53045 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,470 | $1,590 | $1,890 | $2,320 | $2,490 |
| 53046 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,150 | $1,230 | $1,470 | $1,810 | $1,940 |
| 53051 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,210 | $1,300 | $1,550 | $1,910 | $2,040 |
| 53058 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,220 | $1,310 | $1,560 | $1,920 | $2,070 |
| 53066 | Dodge County, WI | $1,090 | $1,180 | $1,410 | $1,750 | $1,860 |
| 53066 | Jefferson County, WI | $1,090 | $1,180 | $1,410 | $1,750 | $1,860 |
| 53066 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,090 | $1,180 | $1,410 | $1,750 | $1,860 |
| 53069 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,140 | $1,230 | $1,470 | $1,810 | $1,930 |
| 53072 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,190 | $1,280 | $1,530 | $1,880 | $2,020 |
| 53089 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,160 | $1,250 | $1,490 | $1,830 | $1,960 |
| 53103 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $940 | $1,020 | $1,210 | $1,490 | $1,610 |
| 53118 | Jefferson County, WI | $1,120 | $1,210 | $1,440 | $1,790 | $1,910 |
| 53118 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,120 | $1,210 | $1,440 | $1,790 | $1,910 |
| 53119 | Jefferson County, WI | $930 | $1,010 | $1,210 | $1,490 | $1,770 |
| 53119 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $930 | $1,010 | $1,210 | $1,490 | $1,770 |
| 53119 | Walworth County, WI | $930 | $1,010 | $1,210 | $1,490 | $1,770 |
| 53122 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,450 | $1,560 | $1,860 | $2,290 | $2,450 |
| 53127 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,050 | $1,130 | $1,340 | $1,650 | $1,760 |
| 53146 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,050 | $1,130 | $1,350 | $1,660 | $1,780 |
| 53149 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $990 | $1,060 | $1,270 | $1,570 | $1,770 |
| 53149 | Racine-Mount Pleasant, WI | $990 | $1,060 | $1,270 | $1,570 | $1,770 |
| 53149 | Walworth County, WI | $990 | $1,060 | $1,270 | $1,570 | $1,770 |
| 53150 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,100 | $1,180 | $1,410 | $1,740 | $1,870 |
| 53150 | Racine-Mount Pleasant, WI | $1,100 | $1,180 | $1,410 | $1,740 | $1,870 |
| 53151 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,330 | $1,430 | $1,710 | $2,100 | $2,250 |
| 53153 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,010 | $1,090 | $1,300 | $1,600 | $1,710 |
| 53183 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,230 | $1,330 | $1,580 | $1,940 | $2,080 |
| 53186 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,120 | $1,200 | $1,430 | $1,760 | $1,880 |
| 53188 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,190 | $1,280 | $1,520 | $1,870 | $2,000 |
| 53189 | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $1,070 | $1,150 | $1,370 | $1,680 | $1,800 |
- 53005 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,890$2,320
- 53007 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,210$1,490
- 53018 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,760$2,160
- 53029 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,300$1,600
- 53045 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,890$2,320
- 53046 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,470$1,810
- 53051 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,550$1,910
- 53058 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,560$1,920
- 53066 · Dodge County, WI $1,410$1,750
- 53066 · Jefferson County, WI $1,410$1,750
- 53066 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,410$1,750
- 53069 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,470$1,810
- 53072 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,530$1,880
- 53089 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,490$1,830
- 53103 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,210$1,490
- 53118 · Jefferson County, WI $1,440$1,790
- 53118 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,440$1,790
- 53119 · Jefferson County, WI $1,210$1,490
- 53119 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,210$1,490
- 53119 · Walworth County, WI $1,210$1,490
- 53122 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,860$2,290
- 53127 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,340$1,650
- 53146 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,350$1,660
- 53149 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,270$1,570
- 53149 · Racine-Mount Pleasant, WI $1,270$1,570
- 53149 · Walworth County, WI $1,270$1,570
- 53150 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,410$1,740
- 53150 · Racine-Mount Pleasant, WI $1,410$1,740
- 53151 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,710$2,100
- 53153 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,300$1,600
- 53183 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,580$1,940
- 53186 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,430$1,760
- 53188 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,520$1,870
- 53189 · Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $1,370$1,680
Source: Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site)
Rent burden
How many households spend too much
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Waukesha County, 45% of renter households are in that position; in Wisconsin, 44%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).
Paying too much rent leaves little for food, transportation and savings. If that is you, the agencies below can guide you for free.
45%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
40,511 households rent in Waukesha County
- Spend half or more of their income 23%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 22%
- Spend less than 30% 55%
Compared with the state and the country
- Waukesha 45%
- Wisconsin 44%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in Waukesha County
HUD lists 47 properties with homes for low-income households in Waukesha County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest.
- with tax credits (LIHTC)
- 26
- HUD-assisted
- 21
- public housing
- 2
3,364 homes in all; 2,606 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- Scattered Sites Public housing 1306 Camden Way, Waukesha 53186 146 low-income homes · Run by Waukesha Housing Authority · Average payment: $827 a month · Average wait: 21 months · Homes at several sites · (262) 542-2262
- Willow Park HUD-assisted 1017 Delafield St, Waukesha 53188 146 low-income homes · For families · (262) 548-9786
- East Terrace Apartments HUD-assisted 801 N East Ave, Waukesha 53186 130 low-income homes · For older adults · (262) 544-9757
- Hampton Regency Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 12999 W Hampton Ave, Butler 53007 120 homes, 119 low-income · 1 bd: 120 · In service since 2009 · For older adults · (414) 271-4116
- Bristol Courts HUD-assisted W246N6500 Pewaukee Rd, Sussex 53089 117 low-income homes · For families · (262) 246-3623
- Saratoga Heights Public housing 120 Corrina Blvd, Waukesha 53186 115 low-income homes · Run by Waukesha Housing Authority · Average payment: $388 a month · Average wait: 58 months · (262) 542-2262
- Deer Creek Village Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3601 S 147th St, New Berlin 53151 145 homes, 101 low-income · 1 bd: 76 · 2 bd: 69 · In service since 2001
- Breezewood Village HUD-assisted 427 W 2nd St, Oconomowoc 53066 100 low-income homes · For older adults · (262) 367-2868
- Stonegate Tax credit (LIHTC) N68W24955 Stonegate Ct, Sussex 53089 91 low-income homes · 1 bd: 4 · 2 bd: 59 · 3 bd: 28 · In service since 1996
- Berkshire at Kensington Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 1800 Kensington Dr, Waukesha 53188 177 homes, 84 low-income · Studio: 8 · 1 bd: 97 · 2 bd: 72 · In service since 2010 · For older adults · (484) 797-8987
- Jolly-Aire Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) W164N9091 Water St, Menomonee Falls 53051 83 low-income homes · 1 bd: 83 · In service since 1998
- Emerald Falls Apartments HUD-assisted N90W17421 Saint Francis Dr, Menomonee Falls 53051 80 low-income homes · For older adults · (262) 251-6055
- Berkshire at Sunset Tax credit (LIHTC) S30W24890 Sunset Dr, Waukesha 53189 77 low-income homes · 1 bd: 37 · 2 bd: 41 · In service since 2005
- Knoll Crest HUD-assisted 674 Division St, Delafield 53018 76 low-income homes · For families · (262) 646-4457
- Wilkinson Manor/Jeffworth Apts HUD-assisted 519 S Worthington St, Oconomowoc 53066 76 low-income homes · For families · (262) 569-8196
- Sunset Apartments HUD-assisted 1512 Big Bend Rd, Waukesha 53189 72 low-income homes · For families · (414) 276-1515
- Foxbrook Senior Community Tax credit (LIHTC) 18915 Thomson Dr, Brookfield 53045 71 low-income homes · 1 bd: 59 · 2 bd: 12 · In service since 2002
- Capitol Hill Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 17390 Crest Hill Dr, Brookfield 53045 70 homes, 66 low-income · 1 bd: 49 · 2 bd: 21 · In service since 2004 · For older adults
- Breezewood Village II Tax credit (LIHTC) 450 Sunnyslope Dr, Hartland 53029 65 low-income homes · 1 bd: 42 · 2 bd: 13 · In service since 1994
- Hillcrest Apartments HUD-assisted 1804 S Grand Ave, Waukesha 53189 60 low-income homes · For families · (262) 549-1212
- Hillside Woods Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3280 Hillside Dr, Delafield 53018 60 low-income homes · 1 bd: 28 · 2 bd: 32 · In service since 2000
- Sussex Mill Tax credit (LIHTC) W240N6345 Maple Ave, Sussex 53089 60 low-income homes · 1 bd: 10 · 2 bd: 49 · In service since 1995
- Highlands South Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1521 Big Bend Rd, Waukesha 53189 61 homes, 53 low-income · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 42 · 3 bd: 8 · In service since 2003 · For families
- Oconomowoc School Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 623 Summit Ave, Oconomowoc 53066 55 homes, 50 low-income · 1 bd: 9 · 2 bd: 28 · 3 bd: 18 · In service since 2013
- LSS Manor, Inc.-New Berlin HUD-assisted 13445 W National Ave, New Berlin 53151 48 homes, 47 low-income · For older adults · (262) 789-9588
- La Casa Village Apt HUD-assisted 1431 Big Bend Rd, Waukesha 53189 47 homes, 46 low-income · For older adults · (262) 547-2856
- Hickory View Commons HUD-assisted 211 S Concord Rd, Oconomowoc 53066 40 low-income homes · For older adults · (262) 560-0211
- Westwood Heights HUD-assisted 1705 Elder St, Waukesha 53188 40 low-income homes · For families · (262) 547-6216
- River Oaks Tax credit (LIHTC) 550 Cottonwood Ave, Hartland 53029 37 low-income homes · 1 bd: 31 · 2 bd: 6 · In service since 1994
- Senior House HUD-assisted 825 Pleasant St, Waukesha 53186 33 homes, 32 low-income · For older adults · (262) 446-9144
- Pine Pointe Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 227 Hinman Ave, Waukesha 53186 80 homes, 28 low-income · 2 bd: 80 · In service since 1991
- Birchrock Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 280 Birchrock Way, Mukwonago 53149 48 homes, 27 low-income · 1 bd: 21 · 2 bd: 27 · In service since 1999
- The Silvernail HUD-assisted 2451 Silvernail Rd, Pewaukee 53072 90 homes, 26 low-income · For older adults · (262) 896-2100
- City Center at Deer Creek Tax credit (LIHTC) 3535 S Deer Creek Pkwy, New Berlin 53151 86 homes, 23 low-income · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 56 · 3 bd: 22 · In service since 2012
- Parkwood Highlands Apts II Tax credit (LIHTC) 13705 W National Ave, New Berlin 53151 36 homes, 23 low-income · 1 bd: 11 · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 8 · In service since 1995
- Meadow Ridge Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 1821 Meadow Ln, Pewaukee 53072 70 homes, 20 low-income · 1 bd: 26 · 2 bd: 31 · 3 bd: 13 · In service since 2014
- National Highlands Apts II Tax credit (LIHTC) 13735 W National Ave, New Berlin 53151 38 homes, 19 low-income · 1 bd: 11 · 2 bd: 27 · In service since 1996
- La Casa Village II HUD-assisted 1441 Big Bend Rd, Waukesha 53189 20 homes, 19 low-income · For older adults · (262) 547-2856
- Sunset Heights HUD-assisted 1926 Madera St, Waukesha 53189 18 homes, 17 low-income · For older adults · (262) 240-9406
- Hillside Woods Apt Homes Tax credit (LIHTC) 3270 Hillside Dr, Delafield 53018 60 homes, 15 low-income · 1 bd: 21 · 2 bd: 39 · In service since 2002
- Buena Vista Senior Housing Tax credit (LIHTC) W129N6845 Northfield Dr, Menomonee Falls 53051 57 homes, 14 low-income · 1 bd: 23 · 2 bd: 34 · In service since 2010
- Heritage at City Center Tax credit (LIHTC) 14901 Library Ln, New Berlin 53151 34 homes, 12 low-income · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 22 · In service since 2012
- LSS Hickory Hill II HUD-assisted 1219 S Grandview Blvd, Waukesha 53188 8 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (414) 281-4400
- Summit Hill Apartments HUD-assisted 620 Summit Ave, Waukesha 53188 8 low-income homes · For people with disabilities
- Wilkinson Manor Tax credit (LIHTC) 919 Summit Ave, Oconomowoc 53066 76 homes, 5 low-income · 1 bd: 60 · 2 bd: 16 · In service since 2011
- Hillcrest Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 1905 S West Ave, Waukesha 53189 60 homes, 2 low-income · 2 bd: 4 · 3 bd: 56 · In service since 2013
- Berkshire - Oconomowoc Tax credit (LIHTC) 215 S Main St, Oconomowoc 53066 77 homes
2 properties have two programs at the same address and appear once. Search HUD's map
Source: HUD, retrieved November 6, 2026. LIHTC database, updated May 14, 2025; Assisted multifamily properties, updated October 23, 2026; Public housing developments, updated October 23, 2026.
Section 8
The Section 8 voucher in Waukesha County
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. Your public housing agency runs it. 1 agency serves in Waukesha County. Here is what the rules say:
The rules, with their source
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You apply at the public housing agency. If you qualify, your name usually goes on a waiting list. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or noncitizens with eligible status as HUD defines it. Source: HUD
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Generally, your family must have very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income, by family size (the middle column of the table). Source: 24 CFR §5.603, §982.201(b)
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Each year, at least 75% of the families an agency admits from its list must have extremely low income (the 30% column). Source: 24 CFR §982.201(b)(2)
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If the rent is below the payment standard, the family generally pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. If it is above, the family pays more. Source: 24 CFR §982.1(a)(3)
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When you move in, if the rent is above the payment standard, your share cannot go over 40% of your adjusted monthly income. Source: 24 CFR §982.508
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Each agency sets a payment standard for each size. Without asking HUD, it can go from 90% to 110% of the fair market rent. Source: 24 CFR §982.503(b), (c)
| People | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $22,750 | $37,950 | $60,700 |
| 2 people | $26,000 | $43,400 | $69,400 |
| 3 people | $29,250 | $48,800 | $78,050 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $54,200 | $86,700 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $58,550 | $93,650 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $62,900 | $100,600 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $67,250 | $107,550 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $71,550 | $114,450 |
Area median income: $108,400. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI MSA. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Possible payment standard
- Studio $887 – $1,084
- 1 bedroom $954 – $1,166
- 2 bedrooms $1,137 – $1,389
- 3 bedrooms $1,398 – $1,708
- 4 bedrooms $1,498 – $1,830
The range the rule allows: 90% to 110% of the county's fair market rent. Your agency publishes its own.
Housing agencies that serve this place
- Waukesha Housing Authority Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 1,331 vouchers · 261 public housing units (262) 542-2262 Waukesha Housing Authority: dstimart@whaonline.com
Housing agencies in Wisconsin Source: HUD, Retrieved November 6, 2026
Your rights as a tenant in Wisconsin
What Wisconsin law says about deposits, notices and eviction, with the citation for each rule.
See your rights, rule by ruleCompare these rules with other states →
A summary of state law, not legal advice. Cities may have additional rules.
- When must they return my deposit?
- 21 days
- Wis. Stat. §704.28; Wis. Admin. Code ATCP 134.06(2)
- If I fall behind on rent, what notice must I get?
- 5 days
- Wis. Stat. §704.17
- How much notice ends a month-to-month rental?
- 28 days
- Wis. Stat. §704.19(3)
- Only a court order can remove youWis. Admin. Code ATCP 134.09(7)
- Protection from retaliationWis. Admin. Code ATCP 134.09(5)
Help
Where to get help with rent in Waukesha County
These HUD-approved agencies have offices in Waukesha County. They counsel for free or at low cost.
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Housing Resources Inc - Waukesha
217 Wisconsin Avenue Suite 411, Waukesha · Spanish
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Workshops for new owners
- and 2 more
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La Casa de Esperanza, Inc.
134 Wisconsin Ave, Waukesha
- Budget and financial counseling
- Budget and credit workshops
- and 4 more
Tool
How much cash do you need to move in?
It starts with the 2-bedroom fair market rent in Waukesha County. Change the rent, the deposit and the fees to yours: the numbers stay in your browser.
Count power on top of the rent: in Wisconsin, the average home bill was $111 a month in 2024 (EIA). See electricity and gas costs
Your move
We use the place's fair market rent and the state's deposit rule.
Adjust advanced details
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Cash to move in
$2,526
What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $1,263
- Security deposit
- $1,263
- Total
- $2,526
When you'll have it
Enter what you can set aside each month to see how long it takes.
What helps
- Ask for a receipt for every payment and keep a copy of the lease.
- On move-in day, walk through the home and take dated photos.
- Never send money for a home you haven't seen or a lease you haven't read.
This is a planning estimate, not a price. What you are asked for depends on the landlord, your lease and your state's and city's rules. It is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fair market rent in Waukesha County?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $985; 1 bedroom: $1,060; 2 bedrooms: $1,263; 3 bedrooms: $1,553; 4 bedrooms: $1,664. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Waukesha County?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($1,263) without spending more than 30% of income takes $24.29 an hour full time, or $50,520 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in Waukesha County?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $54,200 a year (Fiscal year 2026). The family usually pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. You apply at the housing agency.
How much does Section 8 pay in Waukesha County?
The voucher pays up to your housing agency's payment standard, minus your share. The rule lets the agency set it between 90% and 110% of the fair market rent: for 2 bedrooms here, between $1,137 and $1,389 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.
Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in Waukesha County?
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,210 in 53007 to $1,890 in 53045. Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses.
How many low-income apartments are there in Waukesha County?
HUD lists 47 properties with homes for low-income households in Waukesha County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest. For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information.
How many households spend too much on rent in Waukesha County?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Waukesha County, 45% of renter households are in that position; in Wisconsin, 44%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).