Median Income $38,625

49% lower than US avg

Home Value $160,400

43% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 10.3%

69% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.7%

30% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.2%

34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population572

Median Age65.9 yrs

Density110/mi²

Male / Female60% / 40%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans28.5%

Economy

B+

Median Income$38,625

Per Capita$30,820

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty8.2%

County GDP$761M

Commute20 min

Housing

Home Value$160,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units990

Rent Burden14.4%

Health

Obesity41.7%

Uninsured11.2%

Smoking21.6%

Depression27.7%

Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain35.1 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation909 ft (277 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.3%

High School+73.4%

Graduate+4.6%

School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 35%

Commute20 min

Broadband57.3%

Libraries2

Is Dellwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dellwood receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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, high obesity rates. Dellwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dellwood is $38,625, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dellwood is $160,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Dellwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 16°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 35.1 inches, including 52.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Dellwood has a population of 572 with a density of 110 people per square mile. The median age is 65.9 years, 69% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

572

Total Population

110

People / sq mi

65.9yrs

Median Age

69% above US avg

5.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.1%

Female 39.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Dellwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	92.6%
	18% above US avg
Spanish	7.4%
	45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dellwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dellwood is $38,625, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Dellwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$38,625
	49% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,820
Avg Weekly Wage	$895
IRS Avg AGI	$60,083

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	8.2%
	34% below US avg
Establishments (County)	444
County GDP	$761M

Business (County)

Restaurants	61
Healthcare	32
Retail	40
Manufacturing	13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,442
	55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.0 min
Drive Alone	86.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Dellwood is $160,400, 43% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$160,400
	43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	14.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	93.8%
Housing Units	990
Median Year Built	1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,442
	55% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.39%

In Dellwood, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.2% of residents lack health insurance. 21.6% are current smokers. 27.7% report depression. 33.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.7%
	30% above US avg
Diabetes	12.1%
Heart Disease	7.1%
High Blood Pressure	33.2%
Asthma	12.0%
COPD	8.6%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.6%
	54% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.7%
Physical Inactivity	33.6%
Depression	27.7%
Mental Distress	20.1%
Physical Distress	15.7%
Short Sleep	34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	99.5%
Uninsured	11.2%
	30% above US avg
Checkup Rate	73.9%
Dental Visits	56.9%
Premature Death	11,056/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	45.0%
Healthcare Facilities	32

Dellwood has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	45.0°F
	17% below US avg
January Average	16°F (-9°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	35.1 inches
	8% below US avg
Snowfall	52.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	909 ft (277 m)
Area	5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density	110/sq mi
Coordinates	43.9451°N, 89.9280°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	55001

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.8-point margin. 57.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%

D 34.6%

Winner: Republican by 25.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	10.3%
	69% below US avg
High School+	73.4%
Graduate Degree+	4.6%
School Test Score	5.81

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	110/sq mi
Total Area	5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	57.3%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	32
Restaurants	61
Retail Stores	40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.0 min
Drive Alone	86.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	9.2%

Dellwood, WI

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Dellwood a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Dellwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Dellwood vs U.S. Average

Income: Dellwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities