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Dalton, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Dalton is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 221. Residents earn $61,667 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
221 Population 491/sq mi density
$61,667 Median Income $29,693 per capita
$124,300 Home Value
$930 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$61,667 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,300 home value, $930/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,667
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $124,300
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $930
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.0%
53% higher than US avg

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

People

Population221
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density491/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans2.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,667
Per Capita$29,693
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty19.0%
County GDP$4,274M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,300
Rent$930
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units98
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking18.2%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation856 ft (261 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+88.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute32 min
Broadband78.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries10

Is Dalton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dalton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Dalton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dalton is $61,667, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dalton is $124,300, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $930 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Dalton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches, including 45.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Dalton has a population of 221 with a density of 491 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

221
Total Population
491
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Dalton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dalton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dalton is $61,667, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Dalton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,667
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,693
Avg Weekly Wage$1,013
IRS Avg AGI$79,589

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,775
County GDP$4,274M

Business (County)

Restaurants194
Healthcare142
Retail194
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,988
71% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Drive Alone67.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Dalton is $124,300, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $930 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,300
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$930
20% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.5%
Housing Units98
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,988
71% above US avg
Effective Rate4.82%
In Dalton, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.4%
Dental Visits56.7%
Premature Death6,231/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access68.9%
Healthcare Facilities142
Dalton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall45.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation856 ft (261 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density491/sq mi
Coordinates43.6564°N, 89.2076°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55021
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.6-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 47%

Winner: Republican by 4.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+88.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density491/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities142
Restaurants194
Retail Stores194

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Drive Alone67.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

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