Crivitz, WI

Wisconsin

Crivitz is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,026. Residents earn $53,846 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,026 Population 633/sq mi density
$53,846 Median Income $30,627 per capita
$151,200 Home Value $231,481 Zillow
$686 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,846 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$151,200 home value, $686/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,846
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $151,200
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $686
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,026
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density633/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,846
Per Capita$30,627
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$430M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,200
Rent$686
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$231,481

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Elevation683 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+85.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Crivitz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crivitz receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Crivitz offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crivitz is $53,846, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crivitz is $151,200, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $686 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Crivitz has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches, including 58.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Crivitz has a population of 1,026 with a density of 633 people per square mile. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

1,026
Total Population
633
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Crivitz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crivitz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crivitz is $53,846, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Crivitz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,846
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,627
Avg Weekly Wage$876
IRS Avg AGI$66,011

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)301
County GDP$430M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare18
Retail30
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,967
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Crivitz is $151,200, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $686 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $231,481.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,200
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$231,481

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$686
41% below 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-Occupied61.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,967
13% above US avg
Effective Rate2.62%
In Crivitz, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death11,728/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access82.0%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Crivitz has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.3°F
24% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.1 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall58.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation683 ft (208 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density633/sq mi
Coordinates45.2340°N, 88.0070°W
County FIPS55041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 33.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+85.9%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density633/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants30
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Work from Home2.0%

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