Median Age
36 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 19% of Residents
Under 20
21%
Over 65
18%
Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI Area Guide
Avg Rent
$919
Population
66,536
Renter Mix
47% Rent
City festivals and Lake Winnebago adventures – this is Oshkosh!
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Located along the western shore of Lake Winnebago, Oshkosh combines waterfront living with a rich cultural heritage. As "Wisconsin's Event City," this community of about 67,000 residents offers housing options throughout its diverse neighborhoods, from downtown's historic buildings to residential areas near the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh campus. One-bedroom units average $819 per month, while two-bedroom homes typically rent for $1,091. The rental market shows a 2.8% annual increase, positioning Oshkosh as an economical alternative to Wisconsin's larger metropolitan areas.
Menominee Park spans 109 acres along the lakeshore, featuring a zoo and serving as a central gathering spot for community events. Downtown, the Fox River flows past the Leach Amphitheater, home to summer concerts and festivals. The city's transformation from its early lumber industry days to an aviation center is celebrated during the EAA AirVenture, which transforms the regional airport into the world's busiest airfield during its week-long summer event. The restored 1883 Grand Opera House anchors the arts district, while the Paine Art Center and Gardens showcases Tudor Revival architecture and meticulously maintained grounds. The downtown district features local shops, restaurants, and art galleries, while residential neighborhoods throughout the city offer proximity to parks and schools.
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Homes were largely built between the late 19th and early 20th centuries in Menominee South.
Oshkosh Farmers Market features Alley Art Market with unique finds.
Rainbow Park offers a boat launch and docks for water recreation.
The Paine Art Center & Gardens is a preserved estate featuring most current exhibitions.
Sidewalks provide convenient walking and biking paths for Stevens Park residents.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$56,815
Average: $69,924
Education
16,261
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
34,526
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Oshkosh has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
47%
Non-Renters
53%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
20%
Other Education
80%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Oshkosh, WI is $1,136 for a studio, $919 for one bedroom, $1,228 for two bedrooms, and $1,689 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Oshkosh has increased by 0.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$919/month
692 Sq Ft
House
$1,868/month
962 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,586/month
813 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Oshkosh, WI is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-8
60 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
439 Students
Lakeside Green Meadow Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
243 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
207 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
202 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
431 Students
Public
Grades K-8
60 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
341 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
453 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
327 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,627 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,265 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Buckstaff Planetarium
- Paine Art Center and Gardens
- Menominee Park Zoo
- Winnebago County Community Park
- WIOUWASH State Recreation Trail
Airports
- Appleton International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.