Argyle, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Argyle is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 875. Residents earn $57,424 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
875 Population 1,389/sq mi density
$57,424 Median Income $33,428 per capita
$125,600 Home Value $273,746 Zillow
$563 Median Rent 20.4% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$57,424 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,600 home value, $563/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,424
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,600
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $563
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population875
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density1,389/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,424
Per Capita$33,428
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$2,497M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,600
Rent$563
Ownership74.9%
Zillow$273,746
Rent Burden20.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Elevation828 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute26 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries5

Is Argyle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Argyle receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Argyle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Argyle is $57,424, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Argyle is $125,600, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $563 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Argyle experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches, including 41.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Argyle has a population of 875 with a density of 1,389 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

875
Total Population
1,389
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Argyle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Argyle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Argyle is $57,424, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Argyle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,424
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,428
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$74,781

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,156
County GDP$2,497M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare81
Retail143
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,464
85% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Argyle is $125,600, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $563 (52% below US avg). 74.9% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $273,746.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,600
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$273,746

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$563
52% below US avg
Rent Burden20.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.9%
Owner-Occupied74.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,464
85% above US avg
Effective Rate5.15%
In Argyle, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death5,852/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities81

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Argyle has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall41.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation828 ft (252 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,389/sq mi
Coordinates42.7014°N, 89.8657°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55045
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.3-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.2%
D 49.5%

Winner: Democrat by 0.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,389/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants102
Retail Stores143

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home9.1%

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