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Dale, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Dale is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 680. Residents earn $80,833 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
680 Population 456/sq mi density
$80,833 Median Income $33,781 per capita
$197,400 Home Value $388,457 Zillow
$775 Median Rent 42.7% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,833 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$197,400 home value, $775/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,833
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $197,400
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.3%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population680
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density456/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,833
Per Capita$33,781
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$13,881M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$197,400
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$388,457
Housing Units273
Rent Burden42.7%

Health

Obesity34.7%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking11.3%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation822 ft (251 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.3%
High School+98.7%
Graduate+6.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute19 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries5

Is Dale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dale 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. Dale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dale is $80,833, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dale is $197,400, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Dale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.9 inches, including 45.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Dale has a population of 680 with a density of 456 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

680
Total Population
456
People / sq mi
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.2%
Female 58.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dale is $80,833, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Dale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,833
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,781
Avg Weekly Wage$1,238
IRS Avg AGI$77,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,383
County GDP$13,881M

Business (County)

Restaurants403
Healthcare514
Retail447
Manufacturing288

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,070
102% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dale is $197,400, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $388,457.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,400
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$388,457

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden42.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.5%
Housing Units273
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,070
102% above US avg
Effective Rate3.58%
In Dale, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 11.3% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.3%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking24.6%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress10.5%
Short Sleep30.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits74.6%
Premature Death7,250/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access88.2%
Healthcare Facilities514
Dale has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.9 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.9 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall45.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation822 ft (251 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density456/sq mi
Coordinates44.2757°N, 88.6730°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55139
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.7%
D 46.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.3%
43% below US avg
High School+98.7%
Graduate Degree+6.9%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density456/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities514
Restaurants403
Retail Stores447

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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