Como, WI

Wisconsin

Como is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 2,368. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,368 Population 843/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $39,279 per capita
$259,200 Home Value $368,064 Zillow
$1,565 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$259,200 home value, $1,565/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $259,200
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,565
35% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,368
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density843/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$39,279
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$6,423M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$259,200
Rent$1,565
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$368,064

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Elevation965 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute26 min
Libraries11

Is Como a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Como receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Como offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Como is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Como is $259,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,565 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Como experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 40.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Como has a population of 2,368 with a density of 843 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.4%).

Population

2,368
Total Population
843
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Como vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.1%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.9%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Como vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Como is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Como vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,279
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$89,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,401
County GDP$6,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants337
Healthcare234
Retail366
Manufacturing188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Como is $259,200, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,565 (35% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $368,064.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$259,200
8% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$368,064
Median List Price$382,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$382,500
$/Sq Ft$185
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio96.0%
Price Drops8.3%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,565
35% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Rate3.27%
In Como, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death7,248/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities234

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Como has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall40.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation965 ft (294 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²)
Population Density843/sq mi
Coordinates42.6131°N, 88.4861°W
County FIPS55127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density843/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities234
Restaurants337
Retail Stores366

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Work from Home5.3%

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