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Couderay, WI

Wisconsin

Couderay is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 96. Residents earn $51,979 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
96 Population 99/sq mi density
$51,979 Median Income $22,980 per capita
$77,500 Home Value
41°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$51,979 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,500 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,979
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,500
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.4%
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population96
Median Age57.6 yrs
Density99/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 63%
Veterans78.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$51,979
Per Capita$22,980
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$966M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units68
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity34.0%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking20.1%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation1,260 ft (384 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.4%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute28 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries3

Is Couderay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Couderay 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Couderay stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Couderay is $51,979, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Couderay is $77,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.4% 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

Couderay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches, including 67.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Couderay has a population of 96 with a density of 99 people per square mile. The median age is 57.6 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.5%), with 37.5% Hispanic.

Population

96
Total Population
99
People / sq mi
57.6yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Couderay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Couderay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Couderay is $51,979, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Couderay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,979
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,980
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$69,423

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)701
County GDP$966M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare53
Retail99
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,486
57% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Couderay is $77,500, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,500
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.7%
Housing Units68
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,486
57% above US avg
Effective Rate7.08%
In Couderay, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 20.1% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.7%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.1%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.2%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,307
Dentists1:1,856
Mental Health1:309
Checkup Rate71.1%
Dental Visits57.3%
Premature Death11,331/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access66.8%
Healthcare Facilities53
Couderay has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. The area enjoys 251 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall67.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,260 ft (384 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density99/sq mi
Coordinates45.7974°N, 91.2967°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.7%
D 41.4%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.4%
22% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density99/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants110
Retail Stores99

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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