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Chaseburg, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Chaseburg is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 311. Residents earn $80,313 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
311 Population 370/sq mi density
$80,313 Median Income $48,832 per capita
$170,100 Home Value $305,710 Zillow
$760 Median Rent 14.4% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,313 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,100 home value, $760/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,313
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $170,100
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $760
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population311
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density370/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,313
Per Capita$48,832
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$9,934M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,100
Rent$760
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$305,710
Housing Units148
Rent Burden14.4%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking15.1%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation766 ft (233 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+99.1%
Graduate+3.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute27 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries8

Is Chaseburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chaseburg receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Chaseburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chaseburg is $80,313, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chaseburg is $170,100, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $760 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

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Chaseburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 34.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Chaseburg has a population of 311 with a density of 370 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%).

Population

311
Total Population
370
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Chaseburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chaseburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chaseburg is $80,313, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Chaseburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,313
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,832
Avg Weekly Wage$1,124
IRS Avg AGI$81,484

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,551
County GDP$9,934M

Business (County)

Restaurants350
Healthcare350
Retail392
Manufacturing148

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,845
96% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Chaseburg is $170,100, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $760 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $305,710.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,100
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$305,710

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$760
35% below US avg
Rent Burden14.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.8%
Housing Units148
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,845
96% above US avg
Effective Rate4.02%
In Chaseburg, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep30.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.6%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits66.9%
Premature Death6,575/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access82.5%
Healthcare Facilities350
Chaseburg has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall34.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation766 ft (233 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density370/sq mi
Coordinates43.6611°N, 91.0959°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55063
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.4-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.6%
D 54%

Winner: Democrat by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+99.1%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density370/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities350
Restaurants350
Retail Stores392

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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