Chili, WI

Wisconsin

Chili is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 341. Residents earn $54,063 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
341 Population 262/sq mi density
$54,063 Median Income $22,594 per capita
$150,800 Home Value $237,530 Zillow
44°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$54,063 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,800 home value
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
36.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,063
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,800
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.9%
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population341
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density262/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans1.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,063
Per Capita$22,594
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$1,919M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$237,530
Housing Units128

Health

Obesity39.4%
Uninsured12.4%
Smoking21.2%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain24.9 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,232 ft (376 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.9%
High School+91.7%
Graduate+8.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 29%
Commute18 min
Broadband82.6%
Libraries10

Is Chili a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chili receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Chili stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chili is $54,063, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chili is $150,800, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Chili has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Chili has a population of 341 with a density of 262 people per square mile. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

341
Total Population
262
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.7%
Female 39.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chili vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Chili vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chili is $54,063, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Chili vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,063
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,594
Avg Weekly Wage$964
IRS Avg AGI$67,108

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)956
County GDP$1,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare73
Retail109
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,947
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Drive Alone66.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Chili is $150,800, 47% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $237,530.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,800
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$237,530

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.0%
Housing Units128
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,947
13% above US avg
Effective Rate2.62%
In Chili, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.4% of residents lack health insurance. 21.2% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 34.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.2%
51% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity34.3%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured12.4%
44% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits55.5%
Premature Death7,843/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access34.9%
Healthcare Facilities73
Chili has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.9 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.7°F
19% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.9 inches
34% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,232 ft (376 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density262/sq mi
Coordinates44.6335°N, 90.3619°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 36.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39-point margin. 82.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%
D 29.4%

Winner: Republican by 39 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.9%
9% above US avg
High School+91.7%
Graduate Degree+8.2%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density262/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.6%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities73
Restaurants78
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Drive Alone66.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

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