Amery, WI

Wisconsin

Amery is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 2,959. Residents earn $71,290 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,959 Population 951/sq mi density
$71,290 Median Income $36,255 per capita
$164,300 Home Value $323,586 Zillow
$1,154 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
176 Violent Crime/100K 1,160 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,290 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$164,300 home value, $1,154/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
176 violent crimes/100K (54% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,290
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $164,300
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 176/100K
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.5%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,154
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,959
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density951/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,290
Per Capita$36,255
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$2,185M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$164,300
Rent$1,154
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$323,586

Crime

F
Violent176/100K
Property1,160/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault176/100K
Burglary281/100K

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Elevation1,068 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.5%
High School+92.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute20 min
EV Stations2
Libraries10

Is Amery a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Amery receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Amery offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Amery is $71,290, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Amery is $164,300, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,154 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Amery is below the national average at 176 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,160 per 100,000, 41% below the national average.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Amery 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. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Amery has a population of 2,959 with a density of 951 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

2,959
Total Population
951
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Amery vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Amery vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Amery is $71,290, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Amery vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,290
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,255
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$72,536

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,311
County GDP$2,185M

Business (County)

Restaurants136
Healthcare106
Retail164
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,702
63% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Amery is $164,300, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,154 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,586.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,300
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$323,586

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,154
1% 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-Occupied64.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,702
63% above US avg
Effective Rate3.47%
In Amery, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death7,642/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access65.3%
Healthcare Facilities106
Amery has a violent crime rate of 176 per 100,000 residents, 54% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,160 per 100,000 (41% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent175.8/100K
54% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault175.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,160.3/100K
41% below US avg
Burglary281.3/100K
Theft843.9/100K
Vehicle Theft35.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Amery 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,068 ft (326 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density951/sq mi
Coordinates45.3046°N, 92.3634°W
County FIPS55095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.9%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.5%
21% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density951/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants136
Retail Stores164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Work from Home5.6%

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