Median Income $49,250

34% lower than US avg

Home Value $106,100

62% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.0%

67% lower than US avg

Median Rent $738

37% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.2%

19% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.4%

33% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.4%

56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population749

Median Age40.6 yrs

Density663/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans4.8%

Economy

B+

Median Income$49,250

Per Capita$31,943

Unemployment2.4%

Poverty5.4%

County GDP$2,185M

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$106,100

Rent$738

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$230,779

Housing Units362

Rent Burden26.3%

Health

Obesity38.2%

Uninsured9.2%

Smoking16.1%

Depression26.0%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain34.5 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation1,207 ft (368 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.0%

High School+90.8%

Graduate+1.8%

School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%

Commute22 min

Broadband80.4%

Libraries10

Is Almena a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Almena receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Almena offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Almena is $49,250, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Almena is $106,100, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Almena has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Almena has a population of 749 with a density of 663 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

749

Total Population

663

People / sq mi

40.6yrs

Median Age

4% above US avg

1.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%

Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Almena vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	94.2%
	20% above US avg
Spanish	5.8%
	57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Almena vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Almena is $49,250, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Almena vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$49,250
	34% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$31,943
Avg Weekly Wage	$919
IRS Avg AGI	$72,536

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.4%
	33% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.4%
	56% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,311
County GDP	$2,185M

Business (County)

Restaurants	136
Healthcare	106
Retail	164
Manufacturing	95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,702
	63% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	5.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.8 min
Drive Alone	92.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Almena is $106,100, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,779.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$106,100
	62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$230,779

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$738
	37% below US avg
Rent Burden	26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	67.3%
Housing Units	362
Median Year Built	1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,702
	63% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.37%

In Almena, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.2%
	19% above US avg
Diabetes	9.8%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	28.9%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	6.3%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.1%
	15% above US avg
Binge Drinking	22.0%
Physical Inactivity	27.5%
Depression	26.0%
Mental Distress	18.1%
Physical Distress	13.3%
Short Sleep	33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.4%
Uninsured	9.2%
	7% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.1%
Dental Visits	59.4%
Premature Death	7,642/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.0/10
Exercise Access	65.3%
Healthcare Facilities	106

Almena has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.5 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	43.5°F
	19% below US avg
January Average	13°F (-11°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	34.5 inches
	9% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,207 ft (368 m)
Area	1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density	663/sq mi
Coordinates	45.4149°N, 92.0383°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	55095

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 80.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%

D 33.9%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	11.0%
	67% below US avg
High School+	90.8%
Graduate Degree+	1.8%
School Test Score	5.81

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	663/sq mi
Total Area	1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	80.4%
Public Libraries	10
Healthcare Facilities	106
Restaurants	136
Retail Stores	164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.8 min
Drive Alone	92.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.6%

Almena, WI

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Almena a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Almena vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Almena vs U.S. Average

Income: Almena vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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