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Deer Park, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Deer Park is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 210. Residents earn $56,563 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
210 Population 231/sq mi density
$56,563 Median Income $29,139 per capita
$164,800 Home Value $336,858 Zillow
$650 Median Rent 22.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,563 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$164,800 home value, $650/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,563
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $164,800
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $650
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population210
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density231/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,563
Per Capita$29,139
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$6,015M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$164,800
Rent$650
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$336,858
Housing Units113
Rent Burden22.0%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking14.7%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,084 ft (330 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+98.0%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute31 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries10

Is Deer Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deer Park receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Deer Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deer Park is $56,563, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deer Park is $164,800, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Deer Park has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°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 34.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Deer Park has a population of 210 with a density of 231 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

Population

210
Total Population
231
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41%
Female 59%

Race & Ethnicity

Deer Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deer Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deer Park is $56,563, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Deer Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,563
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,139
Avg Weekly Wage$1,063
IRS Avg AGI$106,523

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,832
County GDP$6,015M

Business (County)

Restaurants226
Healthcare248
Retail270
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,317
80% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Deer Park is $164,800, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $336,858.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,800
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$336,858

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% below US avg
Rent Burden22.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.3%
Housing Units113
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,317
80% above US avg
Effective Rate3.83%
In Deer Park, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Deer Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep33.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.8%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,901
Dentists1:2,182
Mental Health1:529
Checkup Rate72.8%
Dental Visits66.3%
Premature Death4,919/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access80.7%
Healthcare Facilities248
Deer Park has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.5 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,084 ft (330 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density231/sq mi
Coordinates45.1885°N, 92.3887°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55109
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.3-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.8%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+98.0%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density231/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities248
Restaurants226
Retail Stores270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

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