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Chelsea, WI

Wisconsin

Chelsea is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 80. Residents earn $40,938 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
80 Population 174/sq mi density
$40,938 Median Income $13,499 per capita
$106,300 Home Value
$863 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$40,938 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,300 home value, $863/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,938
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $863
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 39.1%
215% higher than US avg

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

People

Population80
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density174/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans58.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$40,938
Per Capita$13,499
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty39.1%
County GDP$1,109M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,300
Rent$863
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units29
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity43.4%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking17.5%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,533 ft (467 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+83.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute24 min
Broadband25.0%
Libraries5

Is Chelsea a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chelsea 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Chelsea offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chelsea is $40,938, 46% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 39.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chelsea is $106,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $863 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Chelsea has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.2 inches, including 57.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Chelsea has a population of 80 with a density of 174 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

80
Total Population
174
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Chelsea vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Chelsea vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chelsea is $40,938, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 39.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Chelsea vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,938
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,499
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$61,024

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate39.1%
215% above US avg
Establishments (County)538
County GDP$1,109M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare46
Retail65
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,657
33% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Chelsea is $106,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $863 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,300
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$863
26% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.0%
Housing Units29
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,657
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.38%
In Chelsea, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.3%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep33.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,985
Dentists1:1,665
Mental Health1:802
Checkup Rate71.0%
Dental Visits58.3%
Premature Death6,980/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities46
Chelsea has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-11°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average11°F (-11°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.2 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall57.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,533 ft (467 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density174/sq mi
Coordinates45.2929°N, 90.3054°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.2-point margin. 25.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 48.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+83.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density174/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access25.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants50
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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