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Dodge, WI

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Dodge is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 220. Residents earn $53,268 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
220 Population 468/sq mi density
$53,268 Median Income $28,521 per capita
$182,900 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,268 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$182,900 home value, $750/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,268
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $182,900
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population220
Median Age70.5 yrs
Density468/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,268
Per Capita$28,521
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$1,889M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$182,900
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units191
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking14.4%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation743 ft (226 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+50.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.87

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute25 min
Broadband24.3%
Libraries9

Is Dodge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dodge receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Dodge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dodge is $53,268, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dodge is $182,900, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dodge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.4 inches, including 42.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Dodge has a population of 220 with a density of 468 people per square mile. The median age is 70.5 years, 81% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

220
Total Population
468
People / sq mi
70.5yrs
Median Age
81% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.7%
Female 62.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Dodge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dodge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dodge is $53,268, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Dodge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,268
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,521
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$64,832

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)835
County GDP$1,889M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare49
Retail96
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,357
53% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dodge is $182,900, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$182,900
35% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$745
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,080
3 Bedrooms$1,454
4 Bedrooms$1,485

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.0%
Housing Units191
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,357
53% above US avg
Effective Rate2.93%
In Dodge, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,840
Dentists1:3,433
Mental Health1:1,717
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits66.3%
Premature Death6,005/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access79.5%
Healthcare Facilities49
Dodge has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.4 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.4 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall42.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %81.2%
Unhealthy Days0

Geography

Elevation743 ft (226 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density468/sq mi
Coordinates44.1344°N, 91.5493°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.4-point margin. 24.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.1%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+50.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.87
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density468/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.3%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants80
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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