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Cassville, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Cassville is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 693. Residents earn $57,708 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
693 Population 666/sq mi density
$57,708 Median Income $35,473 per capita
$113,200 Home Value $167,090 Zillow
$633 Median Rent 19.7% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$57,708 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,200 home value, $633/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,708
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,200
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population693
Median Age52.4 yrs
Density666/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans8.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,708
Per Capita$35,473
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$9,160M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,200
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$167,090
Housing Units439
Rent Burden19.7%

Health

Obesity42.4%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking17.1%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation633 ft (193 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+91.7%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute24 min
Broadband83.2%
Libraries8

Is Cassville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cassville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cassville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cassville is $57,708, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cassville is $113,200, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cassville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 37.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Cassville has a population of 693 with a density of 666 people per square mile. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.7%).

Population

693
Total Population
666
People / sq mi
52.4yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cassville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cassville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cassville is $57,708, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Cassville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,708
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,473
Avg Weekly Wage$1,128
IRS Avg AGI$86,704

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,728
County GDP$9,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants242
Healthcare316
Retail397
Manufacturing149

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,807
66% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Cassville is $113,200, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $167,090.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,200
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$167,090

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
46% below US avg
Rent Burden19.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.9%
Housing Units439
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,807
66% above US avg
Effective Rate5.13%
In Cassville, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,299
Dentists1:1,233
Mental Health1:497
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits58.7%
Premature Death6,844/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access82.6%
Healthcare Facilities316
Cassville has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall37.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation633 ft (193 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density666/sq mi
Coordinates42.7152°N, 90.9891°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19061
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.6-point margin. 83.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 45.1%

Winner: Republican by 8.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.4%
48% below US avg
High School+91.7%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density666/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.2%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities316
Restaurants242
Retail Stores397

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home4.1%

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