Allenton, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Allenton is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 940. Residents earn $85,185 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
940 Population 603/sq mi density
$85,185 Median Income $29,191 per capita
$241,700 Home Value
$1,028 Median Rent 28.2% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$85,185 median income, 8.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$241,700 home value, $1,028/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,185
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $241,700
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.5%
2% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,028
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.2%
128% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.5%
17% higher than US avg

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

People

Population940
Median Age31.7 yrs
Density603/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$85,185
Per Capita$29,191
Unemployment8.2%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$9,202M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$241,700
Rent$1,028
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden28.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Elevation948 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.5%
High School+80.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute19 min
Broadband93.7%
Libraries6

Is Allenton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Allenton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Allenton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Allenton is $85,185, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 8.2%, unemployment is notably high. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Allenton is $241,700, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,028 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Allenton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Allenton has a population of 940 with a density of 603 people per square mile. The median age is 31.7 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

940
Total Population
603
People / sq mi
31.7yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Allenton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.1%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.9%
49% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Allenton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Allenton is $85,185, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Allenton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,185
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,191
Avg Weekly Wage$1,121
IRS Avg AGI$93,085

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.2%
128% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,910
County GDP$9,202M

Business (County)

Restaurants294
Healthcare338
Retail359
Manufacturing337

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,741
64% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone96.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Allenton is $241,700, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,028 (12% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$241,700
14% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,028
12% below US avg
Rent Burden28.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,741
64% above US avg
Effective Rate2.38%
In Allenton, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.4%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death5,784/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access93.5%
Healthcare Facilities338

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Allenton has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation948 ft (289 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density603/sq mi
Coordinates43.4219°N, 88.3448°W
County FIPS55131
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.3-point margin. 93.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 31.3%

Winner: Republican by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.5%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density603/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.7%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities338
Restaurants294
Retail Stores359

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone96.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

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