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Auburndale, WI

Wisconsin

Auburndale is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 807. Residents earn $80,407 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
807 Population 390/sq mi density
$80,407 Median Income $36,729 per capita
$217,700 Home Value $260,459 Zillow
$649 Median Rent 15.6% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,407 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$217,700 home value, $649/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,407
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $217,700
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $649
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population807
Median Age53.7 yrs
Density390/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,407
Per Capita$36,729
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$5,263M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$217,700
Rent$649
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$260,459
Housing Units382
Rent Burden15.6%

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking16.6%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,205 ft (367 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+93.2%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute19 min
Broadband84.6%
Libraries6

Is Auburndale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Auburndale receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Auburndale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Auburndale is $80,407, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Auburndale is $217,700, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $649 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Auburndale 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.

Auburndale has a population of 807 with a density of 390 people per square mile. The median age is 53.7 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%).

Population

807
Total Population
390
People / sq mi
53.7yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Auburndale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Auburndale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Auburndale is $80,407, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Auburndale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,407
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,729
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$69,016

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% 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 Rate2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Auburndale is $217,700, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $649 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $260,459.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$217,700
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$260,459

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$649
44% below US avg
Rent Burden15.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.3%
Housing Units382
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,252
50% above US avg
Effective Rate2.41%
In Auburndale, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.2%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep32.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.3%
Dental Visits64.4%
Premature Death7,716/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities234
Auburndale 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

Elevation1,205 ft (367 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density390/sq mi
Coordinates44.6266°N, 90.0144°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.9-point margin. 84.6% 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+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+93.2%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density390/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.6%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities234
Restaurants181
Retail Stores240

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.3%

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