Arena, WI

Wisconsin

Arena is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 886. Residents earn $67,917 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
886 Population 764/sq mi density
$67,917 Median Income $33,594 per capita
$190,000 Home Value $325,976 Zillow
$955 Median Rent 21.7% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 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
$67,917 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,000 home value, $955/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,917
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $190,000
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $955
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population886
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density764/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,917
Per Capita$33,594
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$5,577M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,000
Rent$955
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$325,976
Housing Units372
Rent Burden21.7%

Health

Obesity37.2%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking12.9%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation733 ft (223 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+93.6%
Graduate+5.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute33 min
Broadband91.1%
Libraries9

Is Arena a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arena 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. Arena stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arena is $67,917, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arena is $190,000, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $955 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Arena experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches, including 30.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Arena has a population of 886 with a density of 764 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

886
Total Population
764
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Arena vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Arena vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arena is $67,917, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Arena vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,917
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,594
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$68,772

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,219
County GDP$5,577M

Business (County)

Restaurants261
Healthcare155
Retail298
Manufacturing86

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,911
69% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Drive Alone73.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Arena is $190,000, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $955 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $325,976.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,000
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$325,976
Median List Price$262,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$262,500
$/Sq Ft$194
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$955
18% below US avg
Rent Burden21.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.1%
Housing Units372
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,911
69% above US avg
Effective Rate3.11%
In Arena, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep32.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits69.7%
Premature Death7,554/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access74.3%
Healthcare Facilities155
Arena has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.8 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall30.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation733 ft (223 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density764/sq mi
Coordinates43.1636°N, 89.9074°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.7-point margin. 91.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50%
D 48.4%

Winner: Republican by 1.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.7%
42% below US avg
High School+93.6%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density764/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.1%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants261
Retail Stores298

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Drive Alone73.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

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