Curtiss, WI

Wisconsin

Curtiss is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 379. Residents earn $63,958 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
379 Population 549/sq mi density
$63,958 Median Income $21,905 per capita
$77,300 Home Value $219,958 Zillow
$792 Median Rent 15.4% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$63,958 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,300 home value, $792/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,958
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,300
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $792
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.4%
97% higher than US avg

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

People

Population379
Median Age22.5 yrs
Density549/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 38%
Veterans12.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$63,958
Per Capita$21,905
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty24.4%
County GDP$1,919M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,300
Rent$792
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$219,958
Housing Units97
Rent Burden15.4%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured24.4%
Smoking15.2%
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain24.9 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,369 ft (417 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+56.9%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 29%
Commute14 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries10

Is Curtiss a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Curtiss receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Curtiss offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Curtiss is $63,958, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 24.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Curtiss is $77,300, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $792 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 56.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Curtiss has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Curtiss has a population of 379 with a density of 549 people per square mile. The median age is 22.5 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (38.3%).

Population

379
Total Population
549
People / sq mi
22.5yrs
Median Age
42% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Curtiss vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only23.7%
70% below US avg
Spanish76.3%
469% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Curtiss vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Curtiss is $63,958, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Curtiss vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,958
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,905
Avg Weekly Wage$964
IRS Avg AGI$67,108

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.4%
97% above US avg
Establishments (County)956
County GDP$1,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare73
Retail109
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,947
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.9 min
Drive Alone44.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Curtiss is $77,300, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $792 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $219,958.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,300
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$219,958

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$792
32% below US avg
Rent Burden15.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.9%
Housing Units97
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,947
13% above US avg
Effective Rate5.11%
In Curtiss, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 18.6% report depression. 37.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.0%
Cancer5.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity37.8%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.8%
Uninsured24.4%
184% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.9%
Dental Visits52.8%
Premature Death7,843/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access34.9%
Healthcare Facilities73
Curtiss has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.9 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.7°F
19% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.9 inches
34% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,369 ft (417 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density549/sq mi
Coordinates44.9528°N, 90.4396°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%
D 29.4%

Winner: Republican by 39 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.0%
88% below US avg
High School+56.9%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density549/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities73
Restaurants78
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.9 min
Drive Alone44.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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