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Dodgeville, MI

Michigan

Dodgeville is a small town in Michigan with a population of 298. Residents earn $92,188 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
298 Population 552/sq mi density
$92,188 Median Income $31,173 per capita
$209,600 Home Value
$1,633 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$92,188 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$209,600 home value, $1,633/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,188
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $209,600
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,633
40% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population298
Median Age22.8 yrs
Density552/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,188
Per Capita$31,173
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$77M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$209,600
Rent$1,633
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units239
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured5.3%
Smoking12.3%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation993 ft (303 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+8.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute11 min
Broadband100.0%

Is Dodgeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dodgeville receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Dodgeville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dodgeville is $92,188, 23% 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 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dodgeville is $209,600, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,633 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Dodgeville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Dodgeville has a population of 298 with a density of 552 people per square mile. The median age is 22.8 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

298
Total Population
552
People / sq mi
22.8yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Dodgeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dodgeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dodgeville is $92,188, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Dodgeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,188
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,173
Avg Weekly Wage$684
IRS Avg AGI$67,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)85
County GDP$77M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Retail9
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.3 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dodgeville is $209,600, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,633 (40% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$209,600
26% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,633
40% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.8%
Housing Units239
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Effective Rate3.15%
In Dodgeville, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.3% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.3%
12% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep29.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured5.3%
38% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits71.2%
Premature Death6,845/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access76.7%
Dodgeville has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation993 ft (303 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density552/sq mi
Coordinates47.0912°N, 88.5797°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 42.8%

Winner: Republican by 12.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+8.4%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density552/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Restaurants19
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.3 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

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