Avoca, WI

Wisconsin

Avoca is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 467. Residents earn $54,500 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
467 Population 208/sq mi density
$54,500 Median Income $25,256 per capita
$95,000 Home Value
$829 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$54,500 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $829/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,500
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.2%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $829
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population467
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density208/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,500
Per Capita$25,256
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$1,004M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$829
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden20.0%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property951/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary634/100K

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Elevation697 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.2%
High School+89.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute31 min
Broadband85.5%
Libraries3

Is Avoca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Avoca receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Avoca offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Avoca is $54,500, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Avoca is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $829 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Avoca is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 951 per 100,000, 51% below the national average.

Education

3.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Avoca experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Avoca has a population of 467 with a density of 208 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 6.9% Black.

Population

467
Total Population
208
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Avoca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Avoca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Avoca is $54,500, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Avoca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,500
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,256
Avg Weekly Wage$900
IRS Avg AGI$62,197

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)542
County GDP$1,004M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare52
Retail57
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Drive Alone73.6%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Avoca is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $829 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$829
29% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Rate5.83%
In Avoca, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death7,313/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access43.3%
Healthcare Facilities52
Avoca has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 951 per 100,000 (51% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Avoca vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property950.9/100K
51% below US avg
Burglary633.9/100K
Theft317.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Avoca has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation697 ft (212 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density208/sq mi
Coordinates43.1877°N, 90.3263°W
County FIPS55103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.1-point margin. 85.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56%
D 42.8%

Winner: Republican by 13.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.2%
91% below US avg
High School+89.4%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density208/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants35
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Drive Alone73.6%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home5.7%

Nearby Cities

Compare Avoca with another city: