Chenequa, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Chenequa is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 817. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
817 Population 236/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $490,433 per capita
$1,486,100 Home Value
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 0.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$1,486,100 home value
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
56.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,486,100
427% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 56.6%
68% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population817
Median Age58.8 yrs
Density236/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$490,433
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$42,030M
Commute27 min

Housing

B
Home Value$1,486,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units304
Rent Burden25.0%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property833/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity32.1%
Uninsured4.7%
Smoking8.8%
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation939 ft (286 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+56.6%
High School+99.8%
Graduate+23.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute27 min
Broadband94.2%
Libraries16

Is Chenequa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chenequa receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Chenequa stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chenequa is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Chenequa among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 2.6% 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 Chenequa is $1,486,100, making it a premium housing market at 427% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Chenequa is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 833 per 100,000, 57% below the national average.

Education

Chenequa is a highly educated community — 56.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Chenequa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches, including 36.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Chenequa has a population of 817 with a density of 236 people per square mile. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%).

Population

817
Total Population
236
People / sq mi
58.8yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.4%
Female 60.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Chenequa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chenequa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chenequa is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Chenequa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$490,433
Avg Weekly Wage$1,346
IRS Avg AGI$118,719

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,577
County GDP$42,030M

Business (County)

Restaurants875
Healthcare1,644
Retail1,242
Manufacturing838

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,421
112% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Chenequa is $1,486,100, 427% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,486,100
427% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.9%
Housing Units304
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,421
112% above US avg
Effective Rate0.50%
In Chenequa, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.7% of residents lack health insurance. 8.8% are current smokers. 21.5% report depression. 16.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma10.2%
COPD3.6%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.8%
37% below US avg
Binge Drinking24.9%
Physical Inactivity16.6%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress13.5%
Physical Distress9.4%
Short Sleep30.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured4.7%
45% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits77.2%
Premature Death5,179/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access97.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,644
Chenequa has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 833 per 100,000 (57% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property833.3/100K
57% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft833.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Chenequa has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.0 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.0 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall36.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation939 ft (286 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density236/sq mi
Coordinates43.1231°N, 88.3814°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55133
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 56.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.8-point margin. 94.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+56.6%
68% above US avg
High School+99.8%
Graduate Degree+23.6%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density236/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.2%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities1,644
Restaurants875
Retail Stores1,242

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.2%

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