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Arkdale, WI

Wisconsin

Arkdale is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 216. Residents earn $65,000 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
216 Population 100/sq mi density
$65,000 Median Income $38,935 per capita
$118,400 Home Value $233,979 Zillow
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,400 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
39.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,000
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,400
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.1%
16% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population216
Median Age61.1 yrs
Density100/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,000
Per Capita$38,935
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$919M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$233,979
Housing Units177
Rent Burden25.6%

Health

Obesity39.9%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking19.9%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation939 ft (286 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.1%
High School+89.3%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute35 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries8

Is Arkdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arkdale receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Arkdale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arkdale is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arkdale is $118,400, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Arkdale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 43.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Arkdale has a population of 216 with a density of 100 people per square mile. The median age is 61.1 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

216
Total Population
100
People / sq mi
61.1yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37%
Female 63%

Race & Ethnicity

Arkdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arkdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arkdale is $65,000, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Arkdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,000
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,935
Avg Weekly Wage$841
IRS Avg AGI$61,360

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)571
County GDP$919M

Business (County)

Restaurants67
Healthcare40
Retail66
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,229
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.3 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Arkdale is $118,400, 58% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $233,979.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,400
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$233,979

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.3%
Housing Units177
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,229
49% above US avg
Effective Rate4.42%
In Arkdale, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 19.9% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.9%
42% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.8%
Dental Visits57.4%
Premature Death8,261/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access30.9%
Healthcare Facilities40
Arkdale has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall43.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation939 ft (286 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates44.0262°N, 89.8861°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 39.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.2-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 31.8%

Winner: Republican by 35.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.1%
16% above US avg
High School+89.3%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density100/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants67
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.3 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

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