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Cable, WI

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Cable is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 193. Residents earn $38,333 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
193 Population 177/sq mi density
$38,333 Median Income $20,606 per capita
$116,900 Home Value $363,280 Zillow
$750 Median Rent 36.3% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$38,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,900 home value, $750/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,333
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,900
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.3%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.6%
82% higher than US avg

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

People

Population193
Median Age64.4 yrs
Density177/mi²
Male / Female42% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans33.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$38,333
Per Capita$20,606
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.6%
County GDP$587M
Commute6 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,900
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$363,280
Housing Units115
Rent Burden36.3%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking12.9%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,370 ft (418 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+11.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 55%
Commute6 min
Broadband96.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries5

Is Cable a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cable receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Cable offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cable is $38,333, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 6 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cable is $116,900, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cable has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches, including 74.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Cable has a population of 193 with a density of 177 people per square mile. The median age is 64.4 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

193
Total Population
177
People / sq mi
64.4yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.5%
Female 58.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cable vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cable vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cable is $38,333, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 6 minutes.

Income: Cable vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,333
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,606
Avg Weekly Wage$810
IRS Avg AGI$71,038

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.6%
82% above US avg
Establishments (County)578
County GDP$587M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare25
Retail67
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,627
61% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time6.2 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cable is $116,900, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $363,280.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,900
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$363,280

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden36.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.0%
Housing Units115
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,627
61% above US avg
Effective Rate4.81%
In Cable, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep32.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,331
Dentists1:2,373
Mental Health1:419
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits69.5%
Premature Death7,971/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access67.6%
Healthcare Facilities25
Cable has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall74.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,370 ft (418 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density177/sq mi
Coordinates46.2011°N, 91.2937°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 11.1-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.4%
D 54.5%

Winner: Democrat by 11.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.3%
43% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+11.5%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density177/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants102
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute6.2 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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