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Amberg, WI

Wisconsin

Amberg is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 148. Residents earn $38,316 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
148 Population 92/sq mi density
$38,316 Median Income $21,459 per capita
$135,900 Home Value $187,660 Zillow
41°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$38,316 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$135,900 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,316
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,900
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.0%
53% higher than US avg

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

People

Population148
Median Age66.7 yrs
Density92/mi²
Male / Female60% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans43.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,316
Per Capita$21,459
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty19.0%
County GDP$2,381M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$187,660
Housing Units142
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking17.8%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation886 ft (270 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+95.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute21 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries7

Is Amberg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Amberg receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Amberg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Amberg is $38,316, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Amberg is $135,900, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Amberg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches, including 58.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Amberg has a population of 148 with a density of 92 people per square mile. The median age is 66.7 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

148
Total Population
92
People / sq mi
66.7yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.5%
Female 40.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Amberg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Amberg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Amberg is $38,316, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Amberg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,316
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,459
Avg Weekly Wage$1,006
IRS Avg AGI$60,627

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,257
County GDP$2,381M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare133
Retail170
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,280
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone65.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Amberg is $135,900, 52% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,660.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,900
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$187,660

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.1%
Housing Units142
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,280
22% above US avg
Effective Rate3.15%
In Amberg, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.8%
27% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits60.7%
Premature Death8,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access60.0%
Healthcare Facilities133
Amberg has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.3°F
24% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.1 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall58.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation886 ft (270 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density92/sq mi
Coordinates45.5061°N, 87.9876°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%
D 30.4%

Winner: Republican by 38 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+95.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density92/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants133
Retail Stores170

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone65.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

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