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Drummond, WI

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Drummond is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 156. Residents earn $65,625 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
156 Population 111/sq mi density
$65,625 Median Income $30,199 per capita
$131,300 Home Value $259,810 Zillow
$795 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$65,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,300 home value, $795/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,625
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.3%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $795
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.6%
139% higher than US avg

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

People

Population156
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density111/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans17.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,625
Per Capita$30,199
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty29.6%
County GDP$587M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,300
Rent$795
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$259,810
Housing Units122
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking14.2%
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,278 ft (390 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.3%
High School+98.3%
Graduate+13.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 55%
Commute16 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries5

Is Drummond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Drummond receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Drummond offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Drummond is $65,625, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 29.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Drummond is $131,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $795 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Drummond has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches, including 74.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Drummond has a population of 156 with a density of 111 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 7.7% Hispanic.

Population

156
Total Population
111
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Drummond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Drummond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Drummond is $65,625, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Drummond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,625
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,199
Avg Weekly Wage$810
IRS Avg AGI$71,038

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.6%
139% above US avg
Establishments (County)578
County GDP$587M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare25
Retail67
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,627
61% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.1 min
Drive Alone68.1%
Public Transit5.6%
Work from Home20.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Drummond is $131,300, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $795 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $259,810.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,300
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$259,810

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$795
32% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied44.3%
Housing Units122
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,627
61% above US avg
Effective Rate4.29%
In Drummond, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.2% are current smokers. 28.3% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma12.0%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,331
Dentists1:2,373
Mental Health1:419
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits64.7%
Premature Death7,971/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access67.6%
Healthcare Facilities25
Drummond has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall74.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,278 ft (390 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density111/sq mi
Coordinates46.3437°N, 91.2499°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 11.1-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.4%
D 54.5%

Winner: Democrat by 11.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.3%
16% below US avg
High School+98.3%
Graduate Degree+13.7%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density111/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants102
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.1 min
Drive Alone68.1%
Public Transit5.6%
Work from Home20.8%

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