Durand, WI

Wisconsin

Durand is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,735. Residents earn $57,885 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,735 Population 991/sq mi density
$57,885 Median Income $36,965 per capita
$138,800 Home Value $245,899 Zillow
$791 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
54 Violent Crime/100K 321 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$57,885 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$138,800 home value, $791/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
54 violent crimes/100K (86% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,885
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $138,800
51% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 54/100K
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.6%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $791
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,735
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density991/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,885
Per Capita$36,965
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$385M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$138,800
Rent$791
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$245,899

Crime

F
Violent54/100K
Property321/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault54/100K
Burglary161/100K

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Elevation791 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.6%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute21 min
Libraries2

Is Durand a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Durand receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Durand offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Durand is $57,885, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Durand is $138,800, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $791 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Durand is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 54 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 321 per 100,000, 84% below the national average.

Education

24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Durand has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Durand has a population of 1,735 with a density of 991 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%).

Population

1,735
Total Population
991
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Durand vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Durand vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Durand is $57,885, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Durand vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,885
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,965
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$83,450

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)270
County GDP$385M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare21
Retail28
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,831
67% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Work from Home15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Durand is $138,800, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $791 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,899.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,800
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$245,899

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$791
32% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,831
67% above US avg
Effective Rate4.20%
In Durand, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death5,546/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access66.0%
Healthcare Facilities21
Durand has a violent crime rate of 54 per 100,000 residents, 86% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 321 per 100,000 (84% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Durand vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent53.6/100K
86% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault53.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property321.4/100K
84% below US avg
Burglary160.7/100K
Theft160.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Durand has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation791 ft (241 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density991/sq mi
Coordinates44.6224°N, 91.9603°W
County FIPS55091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.3%
D 35%

Winner: Republican by 29.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.6%
27% below US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density991/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants34
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Work from Home15.4%

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