Caroline, WI

Wisconsin

Caroline is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 447. Residents earn $73,036 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
447 Population 379/sq mi density
$73,036 Median Income $22,721 per capita
$123,700 Home Value
$1,639 Median Rent 21.4% income on rent
45°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
4.5 / 5.0
$73,036 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,700 home value, $1,639/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,036
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,700
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,639
41% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population447
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density379/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,036
Per Capita$22,721
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$1,744M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,700
Rent$1,639
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units125
Rent Burden21.4%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking15.4%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation929 ft (283 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute22 min
Broadband89.4%
Libraries6

Is Caroline a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Caroline is $73,036, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Caroline is $123,700, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,639 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Caroline has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 16°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 33.0 inches, including 44.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Caroline has a population of 447 with a density of 379 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

447
Total Population
379
People / sq mi
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Caroline vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Caroline vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Caroline is $73,036, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Caroline vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,036
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,721
Avg Weekly Wage$876
IRS Avg AGI$64,361

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,069
County GDP$1,744M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare87
Retail115
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,904
40% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone80.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Caroline is $123,700, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,639 (41% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,700
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,639
41% above US avg
Rent Burden21.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.4%
Housing Units125
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,904
40% above US avg
Effective Rate3.96%
In Caroline, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma11.5%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep33.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits70.0%
Premature Death7,118/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access47.9%
Healthcare Facilities87
Caroline has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.0 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall44.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation929 ft (283 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density379/sq mi
Coordinates44.7232°N, 88.8986°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.3-point margin. 89.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 31.3%

Winner: Republican by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.7%
53% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density379/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.4%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities87
Restaurants115
Retail Stores115

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone80.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

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