Dane, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Dane is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,039. Residents earn $110,769 per year, which is 47% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,039 Population 881/sq mi density
$110,769 Median Income $43,659 per capita
$334,800 Home Value $485,686 Zillow
$1,159 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$110,769 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$334,800 home value, $1,159/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,769
47% higher than US avg
Home Value $334,800
19% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.1%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,159
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,039
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density881/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$110,769
Per Capita$43,659
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$62,806M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$334,800
Rent$1,159
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$485,686

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Elevation1,072 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.1%
High School+98.2%
School Score6.33

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 75%
Commute22 min
Libraries27

Is Dane a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dane receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Dane stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dane is $110,769, which is significantly higher than the national average — 47% above $75,149. This places Dane among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dane is $334,800, 19% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,159 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Dane is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Dane experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches, including 42.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Dane has a population of 1,039 with a density of 881 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

1,039
Total Population
881
People / sq mi
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.2%
Female 42.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dane vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dane vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dane is $110,769, which is 47% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Dane vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,769
47% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,659
Avg Weekly Wage$1,432
IRS Avg AGI$103,538

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,084
County GDP$62,806M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,425
Healthcare1,603
Retail1,634
Manufacturing517

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,743
150% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Dane is $334,800, 19% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,159 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $485,686.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$334,800
19% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$485,686

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,159
0% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,268
1 Bedroom$1,482
2 Bedrooms$1,694
3 Bedrooms$2,236
4 Bedrooms$2,509

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,743
150% above US avg
Effective Rate2.61%
In Dane, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure24.9%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death5,427/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access94.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,603
Dane has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Safety Score

Dane has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall42.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood
Good Days %72.1%
Unhealthy Days0

Geography

Elevation1,072 ft (327 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density881/sq mi
Coordinates43.2461°N, 89.4996°W
County FIPS55025
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 51.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 23.4%
D 75.1%

Winner: Democrat by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.1%
20% below US avg
High School+98.2%
School Test Score6.33
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density881/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries27
Healthcare Facilities1,603
Restaurants1,425
Retail Stores1,634

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Work from Home12.1%

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