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Almond, WI

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Almond is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 417. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
417 Population 397/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $38,927 per capita
$140,000 Home Value $253,366 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,000 home value, $725/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,000
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population417
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density397/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$38,927
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$919M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,000
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$253,366
Housing Units199
Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity37.2%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking14.4%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,150 ft (351 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+88.9%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute31 min
Broadband90.1%
Libraries8

Is Almond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Almond receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Almond stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Almond is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Almond is $140,000, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Almond has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 16°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 33.8 inches, including 49.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Almond has a population of 417 with a density of 397 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%).

Population

417
Total Population
397
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Almond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Almond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Almond is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Almond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,927
Avg Weekly Wage$841
IRS Avg AGI$61,360

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)571
County GDP$919M

Business (County)

Restaurants67
Healthcare40
Retail66
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,229
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Almond is $140,000, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $253,366.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,000
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$253,366

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.0%
Housing Units199
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,229
49% above US avg
Effective Rate3.74%
In Almond, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.5%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits62.1%
Premature Death8,261/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access30.9%
Healthcare Facilities40
Almond has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall49.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,150 ft (351 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density397/sq mi
Coordinates44.2610°N, 89.4086°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.2-point margin. 90.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 31.8%

Winner: Republican by 35.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+88.9%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density397/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.1%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants67
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

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