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Dalton, WI
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Dalton, WI
At a Glance
How Dalton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dalton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dalton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dalton residents earn a median household income of $61,667 , which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,693. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,775 business establishments, including 194 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dalton is $124,300 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $196,533. Median rent is $930/month, with 37.5% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Dalton reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,433/100K.
Education
10.9% of adults in Dalton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below the national average). 88.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dalton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.