Eagle River, WI

Wisconsin

Eagle River is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,508. Residents earn $52,027 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,508 Population 463/sq mi density
$52,027 Median Income $32,372 per capita
$165,100 Home Value $362,041 Zillow
$862 Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
225 Violent Crime/100K 7,282 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$52,027 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$165,100 home value, $862/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
225 violent crimes/100K (41% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,027
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,100
41% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 225/100K
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $862
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,508
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density463/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,027
Per Capita$32,372
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$2,432M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,100
Rent$862
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$362,041

Crime

F
Violent225/100K
Property7,282/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault150/100K
Burglary601/100K

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Elevation1,636 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+92.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute19 min
Libraries3

Is Eagle River a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eagle River receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Eagle River offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eagle River is $52,027, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eagle River is $165,100, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $862 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Eagle River is below the national average at 225 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,282 per 100,000, 272% above the national average.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Eagle River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches, including 76.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Eagle River has a population of 1,508 with a density of 463 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.2%), with 9.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,508
Total Population
463
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Eagle River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eagle River vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eagle River is $52,027, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Eagle River vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,027
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,372
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$76,191

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,496
County GDP$2,432M

Business (County)

Restaurants197
Healthcare158
Retail221
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Eagle River is $165,100, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $862 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $362,041.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,100
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$362,041

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$862
26% 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-Occupied52.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Rate3.34%
In Eagle River, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death6,918/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities158
Eagle River has a violent crime rate of 225 per 100,000 residents, 41% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 7,282 per 100,000 (272% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent225.2/100K
41% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape75.1/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault150.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property7,282.3/100K
272% above US avg
Burglary600.6/100K
Theft6,381.4/100K
Vehicle Theft300.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Eagle River has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.1 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall76.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,636 ft (499 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density463/sq mi
Coordinates45.9247°N, 89.2578°W
County FIPS55085
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.2%
D 40.6%

Winner: Republican by 17.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+92.9%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density463/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities158
Restaurants197
Retail Stores221

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Work from Home6.7%

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