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Cazenovia, WI

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Cazenovia is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 241. Residents earn $67,000 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
241 Population 262/sq mi density
$67,000 Median Income $34,846 per capita
$137,500 Home Value $301,514 Zillow
$696 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$67,000 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value, $696/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,000
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $696
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population241
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density262/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$67,000
Per Capita$34,846
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$1,004M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
Rent$696
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$301,514
Housing Units131
Rent Burden31.3%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking17.7%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation965 ft (294 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+89.4%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute39 min
Broadband83.6%
Libraries3

Is Cazenovia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cazenovia receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Cazenovia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cazenovia is $67,000, 11% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cazenovia is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $696 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

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cazenovia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 43.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Cazenovia has a population of 241 with a density of 262 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 2.1% Black.

Population

241
Total Population
262
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cazenovia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cazenovia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cazenovia is $67,000, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Cazenovia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,000
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,846
Avg Weekly Wage$900
IRS Avg AGI$62,197

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)542
County GDP$1,004M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare52
Retail57
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.1 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cazenovia is $137,500, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $696 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,514.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$301,514

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$696
40% below US avg
Rent Burden31.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%
Housing Units131
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Rate4.03%
In Cazenovia, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,324
Dentists1:1,899
Mental Health1:661
Checkup Rate73.5%
Dental Visits60.5%
Premature Death7,313/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access43.3%
Healthcare Facilities52
Cazenovia has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall43.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation965 ft (294 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density262/sq mi
Coordinates43.5253°N, 90.2040°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.1-point margin. 83.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56%
D 42.8%

Winner: Republican by 13.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+89.4%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density262/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants35
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.1 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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