Cochrane, WI

Wisconsin

Cochrane is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 467. Residents earn $87,813 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
467 Population 606/sq mi density
$87,813 Median Income $29,916 per capita
$131,300 Home Value $219,146 Zillow
$727 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$87,813 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,300 home value, $727/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,813
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $131,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $727
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population467
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density606/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,813
Per Capita$29,916
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$731M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,300
Rent$727
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$219,146
Housing Units224
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking15.4%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation662 ft (202 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute23 min
Broadband92.5%
Libraries2

Is Cochrane a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cochrane receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Cochrane offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cochrane is $87,813, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cochrane is $131,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $727 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cochrane experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches, including 36.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Cochrane has a population of 467 with a density of 606 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 4.3% Black.

Population

467
Total Population
606
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cochrane vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cochrane vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cochrane is $87,813, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Cochrane vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,813
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,916
Avg Weekly Wage$895
IRS Avg AGI$63,302

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)401
County GDP$731M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare24
Retail32
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,359
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Cochrane is $131,300, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $727 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $219,146.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,300
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$219,146

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$727
37% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.5%
Housing Units224
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,359
25% above US avg
Effective Rate3.32%
In Cochrane, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits62.9%
Premature Death5,033/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access64.1%
Healthcare Facilities24
Cochrane has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.4 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.4 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall36.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation662 ft (202 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density606/sq mi
Coordinates44.2271°N, 91.8411°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.3-point margin. 92.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.4%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 30.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density606/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants46
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.4%

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