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Dunbar, WI

Wisconsin

Dunbar is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 105. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
105 Population 99/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $26,681 per capita
$58,300 Home Value $195,598 Zillow
41°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,300 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,300
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population105
Median Age65.1 yrs
Density99/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans86.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$26,681
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$172M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$195,598
Housing Units99
Rent Burden18.9%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation1,188 ft (362 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+96.5%
Graduate+7.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 25%
Commute26 min
Broadband27.0%
Libraries1

Is Dunbar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dunbar receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Dunbar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dunbar is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dunbar is $58,300, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Dunbar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Dunbar has a population of 105 with a density of 99 people per square mile. The median age is 65.1 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.6%), with 11.4% Black.

Population

105
Total Population
99
People / sq mi
65.1yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.2%
Female 64.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dunbar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dunbar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dunbar is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Dunbar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,681
Avg Weekly Wage$698
IRS Avg AGI$68,314

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)137
County GDP$172M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare4
Retail13
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,671
91% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate11.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone36.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dunbar is $58,300, 79% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,598.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,300
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$195,598

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden18.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.6%
Housing Units99
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,671
91% above US avg
Effective Rate11.44%
Dunbar has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.3°F
24% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,188 ft (362 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density99/sq mi
Coordinates45.6467°N, 88.1797°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.8-point margin. 27.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.6%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+96.5%
Graduate Degree+7.8%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density99/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants22
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone36.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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