Eagle Lake, WI

Wisconsin

Eagle Lake is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,019. Residents earn $87,244 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,019 Population 467/sq mi density
$87,244 Median Income $47,852 per capita
$229,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$87,244 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$229,600 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,244
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $229,600
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.7%
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,019
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density467/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,244
Per Capita$47,852
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,423M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$229,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Elevation796 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.7%
High School+90.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute24 min
Libraries11

Is Eagle Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eagle Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Eagle Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eagle Lake is $87,244, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eagle Lake is $229,600, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Eagle Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches, including 40.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Eagle Lake has a population of 1,019 with a density of 467 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%).

Population

1,019
Total Population
467
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Eagle Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eagle Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eagle Lake is $87,244, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Eagle Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,244
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,852
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$89,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,401
County GDP$6,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants337
Healthcare234
Retail366
Manufacturing188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Work from Home15.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Eagle Lake is $229,600, 19% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$229,600
19% below US avg
Median List Price$487,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$487,000
$/Sq Ft$281
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Rate3.70%
In Eagle Lake, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Eagle Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma11.2%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death7,248/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities234

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Eagle Lake has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.3 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall40.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation796 ft (243 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density467/sq mi
Coordinates42.6956°N, 88.1288°W
County FIPS55127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 33.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.7%
0% below US avg
High School+90.3%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density467/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities234
Restaurants337
Retail Stores366

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Work from Home15.7%

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