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Cornucopia, WI

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Cornucopia is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 104. Residents earn $49,063 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
104 Population 46/sq mi density
$49,063 Median Income $40,734 per capita
$263,200 Home Value $280,080 Zillow
41°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$49,063 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$263,200 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
61.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,063
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $263,200
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 61.1%
81% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population104
Median Age71.8 yrs
Density46/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans95.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$49,063
Per Capita$40,734
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$587M
Commute20 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$263,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$280,080
Housing Units161
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity41.9%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking16.6%
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation602 ft (183 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+61.1%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+27.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 55%
Commute20 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries5

Is Cornucopia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cornucopia receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cornucopia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cornucopia is $49,063, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cornucopia is $263,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Cornucopia is a highly educated community — 61.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cornucopia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Cornucopia has a population of 104 with a density of 46 people per square mile. The median age is 71.8 years, 85% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%).

Population

104
Total Population
46
People / sq mi
71.8yrs
Median Age
85% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cornucopia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cornucopia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cornucopia is $49,063, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Cornucopia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,063
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,734
Avg Weekly Wage$810
IRS Avg AGI$71,038

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)578
County GDP$587M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare25
Retail67
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,627
61% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Drive Alone38.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Cornucopia is $263,200, 7% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $280,080.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$263,200
7% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$280,080

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units161
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,627
61% above US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In Cornucopia, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 27.6% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,331
Dentists1:2,373
Mental Health1:419
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits62.3%
Premature Death7,971/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access67.6%
Healthcare Facilities25
Cornucopia has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation602 ft (183 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates46.8567°N, 91.1081°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 61.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 11.1-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.4%
D 54.5%

Winner: Democrat by 11.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+61.1%
81% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+27.9%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density46/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants102
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Drive Alone38.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.4%

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