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Dekorra, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Dekorra is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 137. Residents earn $97,250 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
137 Population 113/sq mi density
$97,250 Median Income $94,701 per capita
$239,600 Home Value
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$97,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$239,600 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,250
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $239,600
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.5%
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population137
Median Age59.1 yrs
Density113/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,250
Per Capita$94,701
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$4,274M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$239,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units89
Rent Burden23.4%

Health

Obesity33.4%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking14.9%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation866 ft (264 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.5%
High School+91.7%
Graduate+12.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute35 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries10

Is Dekorra a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dekorra receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Dekorra stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dekorra is $97,250, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dekorra is $239,600, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Dekorra experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches, including 42.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Dekorra has a population of 137 with a density of 113 people per square mile. The median age is 59.1 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

137
Total Population
113
People / sq mi
59.1yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dekorra vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dekorra vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dekorra is $97,250, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Dekorra vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,250
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$94,701
Avg Weekly Wage$1,013
IRS Avg AGI$79,589

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below 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 Rate2.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.6 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dekorra is $239,600, 15% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$239,600
15% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units89
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,988
71% above US avg
Effective Rate2.50%
In Dekorra, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.6%
Dental Visits66.7%
Premature Death6,231/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access68.9%
Healthcare Facilities142
Dekorra 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. 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) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density113/sq mi
Coordinates43.4539°N, 89.4603°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55021
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.6-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 47%

Winner: Republican by 4.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.5%
21% below US avg
High School+91.7%
Graduate Degree+12.6%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density113/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities142
Restaurants194
Retail Stores194

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.6 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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