Cecil, WI

Wisconsin

Cecil is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 529. Residents earn $77,115 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
529 Population 296/sq mi density
$77,115 Median Income $45,003 per capita
$227,800 Home Value $299,866 Zillow
$946 Median Rent 14.9% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$77,115 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$227,800 home value, $946/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,115
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $227,800
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $946
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population529
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density296/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans8.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,115
Per Capita$45,003
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$1,744M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$227,800
Rent$946
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$299,866
Rent Burden14.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Elevation809 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute29 min
Broadband91.9%
Libraries6

Is Cecil a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cecil receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Cecil stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cecil is $77,115, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cecil is $227,800, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $946 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cecil has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches, including 56.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Cecil has a population of 529 with a density of 296 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%), with 13.2% Hispanic.

Population

529
Total Population
296
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cecil vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cecil vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cecil is $77,115, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Cecil vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,115
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,003
Avg Weekly Wage$876
IRS Avg AGI$64,361

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,069
County GDP$1,744M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare87
Retail115
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,904
40% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cecil is $227,800, 19% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $946 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $299,866.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$227,800
19% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$299,866
Median List Price$317,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$317,400
$/Sq Ft$208
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$946
19% below US avg
Rent Burden14.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,904
40% above US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
In Cecil, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death7,118/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access47.9%
Healthcare Facilities87

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Cecil has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.1 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall56.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation809 ft (247 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density296/sq mi
Coordinates44.8114°N, 88.4493°W
County FIPS55115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.3-point margin. 91.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 31.3%

Winner: Republican by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.5%
42% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density296/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.9%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities87
Restaurants115
Retail Stores115

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

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