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Arpin, WI

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Arpin is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 298. Residents earn $54,219 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
298 Population 363/sq mi density
$54,219 Median Income $29,923 per capita
$87,000 Home Value $265,929 Zillow
$700 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$54,219 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,000 home value, $700/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,219
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,000
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population298
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density363/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,219
Per Capita$29,923
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$5,263M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,000
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$265,929
Housing Units142
Rent Burden21.3%

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking17.1%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,147 ft (350 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+77.4%
Graduate+0.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute27 min
Broadband74.8%
Libraries6

Is Arpin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arpin receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Arpin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arpin is $54,219, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arpin is $87,000, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Arpin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°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 33.9 inches, including 57.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Arpin has a population of 298 with a density of 363 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

298
Total Population
363
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Arpin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.1%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.9%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arpin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arpin is $54,219, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Arpin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,219
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,923
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$69,016

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,131
County GDP$5,263M

Business (County)

Restaurants181
Healthcare234
Retail240
Manufacturing115

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,252
50% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Arpin is $87,000, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $265,929.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,000
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$265,929

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg
Rent Burden21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.5%
Housing Units142
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,252
50% above US avg
Effective Rate6.04%
In Arpin, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.4%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep32.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.7%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits64.7%
Premature Death7,716/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities234
Arpin has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.9 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall57.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,147 ft (350 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density363/sq mi
Coordinates44.5394°N, 90.0315°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.9-point margin. 74.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 19.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+77.4%
Graduate Degree+0.5%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density363/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.8%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities234
Restaurants181
Retail Stores240

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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