Ashland, WI
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Ashland, WI
At a Glance
How Ashland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ashland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ashland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ashland residents earn a median household income of $49,258 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,817. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 627 business establishments, including 66 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ashland is $162,200 , 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $197,011. Median rent is $697/month, with 27.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1957.
Safety & Crime
Ashland reports 178 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 53% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,024/100K.
Education
25.9% of adults in Ashland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below the national average). 95.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ashland has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.