Cashton, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Cashton is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,243. Residents earn $68,594 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,243 Population 971/sq mi density
$68,594 Median Income $33,700 per capita
$145,400 Home Value $212,444 Zillow
$892 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$68,594 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$145,400 home value, $892/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,594
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,400
48% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $892
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,243
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density971/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,594
Per Capita$33,700
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty16.0%
County GDP$1,540M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,400
Rent$892
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$212,444

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Elevation1,369 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+88.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute24 min
EV Stations2
Libraries8

Is Cashton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cashton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Cashton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cashton is $68,594, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cashton is $145,400, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $892 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.

Safety & Crime

Cashton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cashton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches, including 54.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Cashton has a population of 1,243 with a density of 971 people per square mile. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.

Population

1,243
Total Population
971
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.1%
Female 41.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cashton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.8%
2% below US avg
Spanish23.2%
73% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cashton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cashton is $68,594, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Cashton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,594
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,700
Avg Weekly Wage$905
IRS Avg AGI$63,201

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg
Establishments (County)828
County GDP$1,540M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare75
Retail79
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,923
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Cashton is $145,400, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $892 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,444.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,400
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$212,444

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$892
23% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,923
41% above US avg
Effective Rate3.39%
In Cashton, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death7,508/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access54.1%
Healthcare Facilities75
Cashton has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Cashton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Cashton has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.0 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall54.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,369 ft (417 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density971/sq mi
Coordinates43.7412°N, 90.7866°W
County FIPS55123
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.1%
D 45.3%

Winner: Republican by 7.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+88.7%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density971/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities75
Restaurants63
Retail Stores79

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Work from Home4.8%

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