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Cascade, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Cascade is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 665. Residents earn $82,875 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
665 Population 811/sq mi density
$82,875 Median Income $42,020 per capita
$170,400 Home Value $284,740 Zillow
$935 Median Rent 13.6% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$82,875 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,400 home value, $935/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,875
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $170,400
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $935
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population665
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density811/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans8.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,875
Per Capita$42,020
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$9,202M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,400
Rent$935
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$284,740
Housing Units279
Rent Burden13.6%

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking14.6%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation882 ft (269 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+88.5%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute22 min
Broadband87.6%
Libraries6

Is Cascade a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cascade receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Cascade stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cascade is $82,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 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 Cascade is $170,400, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $935 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cascade experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Cascade has a population of 665 with a density of 811 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.6%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

665
Total Population
811
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Cascade vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cascade vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cascade is $82,875, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Cascade vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,875
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,020
Avg Weekly Wage$1,121
IRS Avg AGI$93,085

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,910
County GDP$9,202M

Business (County)

Restaurants294
Healthcare338
Retail359
Manufacturing337

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,741
64% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Cascade is $170,400, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $935 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $284,740.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,400
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$284,740
Median List Price$472,300

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$472,300
$/Sq Ft$150
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$935
20% below US avg
Rent Burden13.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.8%
Housing Units279
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,741
64% above US avg
Effective Rate3.37%
In Cascade, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.7%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep33.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,715
Dentists1:1,513
Mental Health1:674
Checkup Rate74.1%
Dental Visits67.3%
Premature Death5,784/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access93.5%
Healthcare Facilities338
Cascade has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation882 ft (269 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density811/sq mi
Coordinates43.6615°N, 88.0088°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55131
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.3-point margin. 87.6% 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+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+88.5%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density811/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.6%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities338
Restaurants294
Retail Stores359

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

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