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Catawba, WI

Wisconsin · Price County

Catawba is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 176. Residents earn $65,357 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
176 Population 40/sq mi density
$65,357 Median Income $22,090 per capita
$55,500 Home Value
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$65,357 median income, 12.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,500 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,357
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.5%
90% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.2%
239% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population176
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density40/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans1.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,357
Per Capita$22,090
Unemployment12.2%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$743M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units88
Rent Burden25.6%

Health

Obesity43.4%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking19.4%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,531 ft (467 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.5%
High School+75.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute16 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries3

Is Catawba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Catawba receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Catawba offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Catawba is $65,357, 13% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Catawba is $55,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Catawba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Catawba has a population of 176 with a density of 40 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.6%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

176
Total Population
40
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Catawba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Catawba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Catawba is $65,357, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Catawba vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,357
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,090
Avg Weekly Wage$940
IRS Avg AGI$57,829

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.2%
239% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)434
County GDP$743M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare36
Retail52
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,067
16% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Catawba is $55,500, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,500
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.9%
Housing Units88
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,067
16% above US avg
Effective Rate7.33%
In Catawba, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. 19.4% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.3%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.4%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Primary Care1:7,025
Dentists1:1,013
Mental Health1:1,007
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits58.4%
Premature Death6,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities36
Catawba has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.7 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.7 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,531 ft (467 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.5 km²)
Population Density40/sq mi
Coordinates45.5371°N, 90.5335°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyPrice County County
County FIPS55099
Catawba is located in Price County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.1-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 33.9%

Winner: Republican by 31.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.5%
90% below US avg
High School+75.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density40/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi
CountyPrice County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants41
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

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