Crandon, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Forest County County
Crandon, WI
At a Glance
How Crandon Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Crandon's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Crandon a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Crandon residents earn a median household income of $50,729 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,196. The unemployment rate stands at 0.6% (83% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 301 business establishments, including 30 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Crandon is $129,400 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $250,778. Median rent is $597/month, with 23.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Crandon reports 59 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 85% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 706/100K.
Education
17.7% of adults in Crandon hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 92.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Crandon has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.