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Eastman, WI

Wisconsin

Eastman is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 322. Residents earn $60,625 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
322 Population 90/sq mi density
$60,625 Median Income $32,265 per capita
$185,600 Home Value $232,601 Zillow
$770 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$60,625 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$185,600 home value, $770/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,625
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $185,600
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $770
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population322
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density90/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,625
Per Capita$32,265
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$780M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$185,600
Rent$770
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$232,601
Housing Units171
Rent Burden20.8%

Health

Obesity41.4%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking19.5%
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,012 ft (308 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+93.6%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute25 min
Broadband88.9%
Libraries6

Is Eastman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eastman receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Eastman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eastman is $60,625, 19% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eastman is $185,600, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $770 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Eastman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches, including 35.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Eastman has a population of 322 with a density of 90 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

322
Total Population
90
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.3%
Female 40.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Eastman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Eastman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eastman is $60,625, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Eastman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,625
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,265
Avg Weekly Wage$881
IRS Avg AGI$64,956

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)472
County GDP$780M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare30
Retail63
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,042
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Drive Alone93.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Eastman is $185,600, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $770 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $232,601.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,600
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$232,601

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$770
34% below US avg
Rent Burden20.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.9%
Housing Units171
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,042
13% below US avg
Effective Rate1.64%
In Eastman, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 19.5% are current smokers. 28.2% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.5%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.9%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits62.5%
Premature Death6,990/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities30
Eastman has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.5 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall35.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,012 ft (308 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density90/sq mi
Coordinates43.1652°N, 91.0328°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.3-point margin. 88.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.7%
59% below US avg
High School+93.6%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density90/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.9%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants36
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Drive Alone93.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

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