Wisconsin
Ashland is a small city in Wisconsin with a population of 7,884. Residents earn $49,258 per year, which is 34% below the national average.
Based on current data, Ashland receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ashland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Ashland is $49,258, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Ashland is $162,200, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $697 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 382 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,453 per 100,000, 127% above the national average.
25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Ashland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
| English Only | 96.8% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.2% |
| 76% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $49,258 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,817 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $963 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,769 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.9% |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 627 |
| County GDP | $929M |
| Restaurants | 66 |
| Healthcare | 56 |
| Retail | 89 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,239 |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.23% |
| Commute Time | 12.7 min |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |
| Census Median | $162,200 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $188,633 |
| Census Median Rent | $697 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Studio | $737 |
| 1 Bedroom | $742 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $973 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,353 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,613 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,239 |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.23% |
| Obesity | 42.5% |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.9% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.7% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 12,410/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
| Total Violent | 382.4/100K |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 49.3/100K |
| Assault | 333.1/100K |
| Total Property | 4,452.9/100K |
| 127% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 555.1/100K |
| Theft | 3,836.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 61.7/100K |
| Arson | 12.3/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 41.3°F |
| 24% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 32.8 inches |
| 14% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 90.9% |
| Unhealthy Days | 1 |
| Elevation | 702 ft (214 m) |
| Area | 13.4 sq mi (34.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 590/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.5818°N, 90.8719°W |
| County FIPS | 55003 |
Winner: Democrat by 4.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.9% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.43 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 590/sq mi |
| Total Area | 13.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 6 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
| Restaurants | 66 |
| Retail Stores | 89 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 12.7 min |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |