Arkansaw, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Arkansaw is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 371. Residents earn $72,617 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
371 Population 508/sq mi density
$72,617 Median Income $18,970 per capita
$120,600 Home Value $268,088 Zillow
$933 Median Rent 17.3% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,617 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,600 home value, $933/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,617
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,600
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $933
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
93% lower than US avg

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

People

Population371
Median Age27.8 yrs
Density508/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,617
Per Capita$18,970
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$1,545M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,600
Rent$933
Ownership62.6%
Zillow$268,088
Rent Burden17.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Elevation795 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute26 min
Broadband94.4%
Libraries5

Is Arkansaw a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arkansaw receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Arkansaw offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arkansaw is $72,617, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arkansaw is $120,600, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $933 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Arkansaw has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Arkansaw has a population of 371 with a density of 508 people per square mile. The median age is 27.8 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

371
Total Population
508
People / sq mi
27.8yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Arkansaw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arkansaw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arkansaw is $72,617, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Arkansaw vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,617
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,970
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$86,110

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
93% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,024
County GDP$1,545M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare78
Retail97
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Arkansaw is $120,600, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $933 (20% below US avg). 62.6% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $268,088.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,600
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$268,088

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$933
20% below US avg
Rent Burden17.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership62.6%
Owner-Occupied62.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Effective Rate4.83%
In Arkansaw, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.9%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death5,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access73.5%
Healthcare Facilities78

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Arkansaw has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.9 inches
5% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation795 ft (242 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density508/sq mi
Coordinates44.6343°N, 92.0211°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin. 94.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density508/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.4%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants110
Retail Stores97

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

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