Cambria, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Cambria is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 765. Residents earn $69,375 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
765 Population 781/sq mi density
$69,375 Median Income $34,268 per capita
$149,300 Home Value $276,218 Zillow
$700 Median Rent 26.3% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,375 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$149,300 home value, $700/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,375
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $149,300
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population765
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density781/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,375
Per Capita$34,268
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$4,274M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$149,300
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$276,218
Housing Units317
Rent Burden26.3%

Health

Obesity34.9%
Uninsured10.9%
Smoking16.9%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation895 ft (273 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+87.2%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute21 min
Broadband83.1%
Libraries10

Is Cambria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cambria 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. Cambria offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cambria is $69,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cambria is $149,300, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cambria experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches, including 45.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Cambria has a population of 765 with a density of 781 people per square mile. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%).

Population

765
Total Population
781
People / sq mi
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Cambria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.9%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.1%
5% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cambria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cambria is $69,375, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Cambria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,375
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,268
Avg Weekly Wage$1,013
IRS Avg AGI$79,589

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,775
County GDP$4,274M

Business (County)

Restaurants194
Healthcare142
Retail194
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,988
71% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Cambria is $149,300, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $276,218.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$149,300
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$276,218
Median List Price$223,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$223,500
$/Sq Ft$131
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg
Rent Burden26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.2%
Housing Units317
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,988
71% above US avg
Effective Rate4.01%
In Cambria, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.9% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.6%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Uninsured10.9%
27% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.8%
Dental Visits57.2%
Premature Death6,231/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access68.9%
Healthcare Facilities142
Cambria has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall45.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation895 ft (273 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density781/sq mi
Coordinates43.5414°N, 89.1115°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55021
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.6-point margin. 83.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 47%

Winner: Republican by 4.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.8%
50% below US avg
High School+87.2%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density781/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.1%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities142
Restaurants194
Retail Stores194

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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