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Aniwa, WI

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Aniwa is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 233. Residents earn $49,000 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
233 Population 109/sq mi density
$49,000 Median Income $29,583 per capita
$93,300 Home Value $239,201 Zillow
$435 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$49,000 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,300 home value, $435/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,000
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,300
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $435
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population233
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density109/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans12.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,000
Per Capita$29,583
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$1,012M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,300
Rent$435
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$239,201
Housing Units133
Rent Burden24.4%

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking18.7%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain29.4 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,408 ft (429 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+85.9%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute21 min
Broadband64.7%
Libraries3

Is Aniwa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aniwa receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Aniwa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aniwa is $49,000, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Aniwa is $93,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $435 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Aniwa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.4 inches, including 53.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Aniwa has a population of 233 with a density of 109 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

233
Total Population
109
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Aniwa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Aniwa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aniwa is $49,000, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Aniwa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,000
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,583
Avg Weekly Wage$852
IRS Avg AGI$58,949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)647
County GDP$1,012M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare49
Retail86
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,841
38% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Aniwa is $93,300, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $435 (63% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $239,201.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,300
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$239,201

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$435
63% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.1%
Housing Units133
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,841
38% above US avg
Effective Rate5.19%
In Aniwa, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.1%
Dental Visits59.2%
Premature Death8,311/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access60.2%
Healthcare Facilities49
Aniwa has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.4 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.4 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall53.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,408 ft (429 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density109/sq mi
Coordinates45.0100°N, 89.2079°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.6-point margin. 64.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.8%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 34.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+85.9%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density109/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants61
Retail Stores86

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

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