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Cobb, WI

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Cobb is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 373. Residents earn $76,354 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
373 Population 362/sq mi density
$76,354 Median Income $44,198 per capita
$150,800 Home Value
$1,063 Median Rent 17.9% income on rent
46°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
4.2 / 5.0
$76,354 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,800 home value, $1,063/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,354
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $150,800
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.3%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,063
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population373
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density362/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,354
Per Capita$44,198
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$2,999M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,800
Rent$1,063
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units226
Rent Burden17.9%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking15.6%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,146 ft (349 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.3%
High School+97.5%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute25 min
Broadband83.4%
Libraries13

Is Cobb a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cobb receives an overall livability score of 4.0 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 high obesity rates. Cobb stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cobb is $76,354, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cobb is $150,800, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,063 per month. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cobb experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°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 39.6 inches, including 41.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Cobb has a population of 373 with a density of 362 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%).

Population

373
Total Population
362
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cobb vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.1%
62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cobb vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cobb is $76,354, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Cobb vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,354
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,198
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$64,257

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,509
County GDP$2,999M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare102
Retail185
Manufacturing61

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Cobb is $150,800, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,063 (9% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,800
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,063
9% below US avg
Rent Burden17.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.4%
Housing Units226
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Rate2.89%
In Cobb, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.4%
Dental Visits64.1%
Premature Death7,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access66.9%
Healthcare Facilities102
Cobb has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall41.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,146 ft (349 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density362/sq mi
Coordinates42.9667°N, 90.3285°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin. 83.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.3%
28% below US avg
High School+97.5%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density362/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.4%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants130
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

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