Albany, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Albany is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,065. Residents earn $71,875 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,065 Population 839/sq mi density
$71,875 Median Income $35,788 per capita
$166,800 Home Value $335,807 Zillow
$864 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
492 Violent Crime/100K 1,278 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$71,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$166,800 home value, $864/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
492 violent crimes/100K (29% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,875
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $166,800
41% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 492/100K
29% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $864
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

How Albany Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,065
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density839/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,875
Per Capita$35,788
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$2,497M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$166,800
Rent$864
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$335,807

Crime

F
Violent492/100K
Property1,278/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault492/100K
Burglary197/100K

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Elevation807 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute29 min
Libraries5

Is Albany a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Albany receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Albany offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Albany is $71,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Albany is $166,800, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $864 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 492 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,278 per 100,000, 35% below the national average.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Albany experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 37.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Albany has a population of 1,065 with a density of 839 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%).

Population

1,065
Total Population
839
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Albany vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Albany vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Albany is $71,875, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Albany vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,875
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,788
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$74,781

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,156
County GDP$2,497M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare81
Retail143
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,464
85% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Albany is $166,800, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $864 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $335,807.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,800
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$335,807
Median List Price$425,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$425,000
$/Sq Ft$33
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$864
26% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,464
85% above US avg
Effective Rate3.88%
In Albany, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Albany vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death5,852/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities81
Albany has a violent crime rate of 492 per 100,000 residents, 29% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,278 per 100,000 (35% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Albany vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent491.6/100K
29% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault491.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,278.3/100K
35% below US avg
Burglary196.7/100K
Theft1,081.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Albany has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall37.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation807 ft (246 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density839/sq mi
Coordinates42.7071°N, 89.4369°W
County FIPS55045
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.2%
D 49.5%

Winner: Democrat by 0.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density839/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants102
Retail Stores143

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Work from Home1.9%

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