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Dorchester, WI
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Dorchester, WI
At a Glance
How Dorchester Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dorchester's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dorchester a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dorchester residents earn a median household income of $54,750 , which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,672. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1% (42% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 538 business establishments, including 50 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dorchester is $142,000 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $204,527. Median rent is $821/month, with 28.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Dorchester reports 297 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 22% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,761/100K.
Education
10.2% of adults in Dorchester hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below the national average). 81.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dorchester has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.