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Casco, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Casco is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 603. Residents earn $96,607 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
603 Population 900/sq mi density
$96,607 Median Income $42,050 per capita
$179,800 Home Value $323,407 Zillow
$538 Median Rent 13.6% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$96,607 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$179,800 home value, $538/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,607
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $179,800
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $538
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population603
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density900/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,607
Per Capita$42,050
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$1,082M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,800
Rent$538
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$323,407
Housing Units227
Rent Burden13.6%

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking12.8%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation742 ft (226 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+90.8%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute24 min
Broadband89.6%
Libraries2

Is Casco a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Casco receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Casco stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Casco is $96,607, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Casco is $179,800, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $538 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Casco has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 18°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 33.8 inches, including 51.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Casco has a population of 603 with a density of 900 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.1%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 2.2% Black.

Population

603
Total Population
900
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Casco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Casco vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Casco is $96,607, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Casco vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,607
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,050
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$72,968

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)575
County GDP$1,082M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare41
Retail57
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,823
66% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Casco is $179,800, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $538 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,407.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,800
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$323,407

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$538
54% 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-Occupied87.2%
Housing Units227
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,823
66% above US avg
Effective Rate3.24%
In Casco, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,868
Dentists1:2,578
Mental Health1:1,149
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits67.9%
Premature Death6,209/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access50.0%
Healthcare Facilities41
Casco has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall51.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation742 ft (226 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density900/sq mi
Coordinates44.5552°N, 87.6203°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55061
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.8-point margin. 89.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.3%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+90.8%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density900/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants50
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

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