Edgerton, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Edgerton is a small city in Wisconsin with a population of 5,924. Residents earn $84,185 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
5,924 Population 1,424/sq mi density
$84,185 Median Income $37,815 per capita
$243,900 Home Value $292,460 Zillow
$1,081 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
108 Violent Crime/100K 2,331 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$84,185 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$243,900 home value, $1,081/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
108 violent crimes/100K (71% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,185
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $243,900
13% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 108/100K
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.5%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,081
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,924
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density1,424/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,185
Per Capita$37,815
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$10,849M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$243,900
Rent$1,081
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$292,460

Crime

F
Violent108/100K
Property2,331/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault54/100K
Burglary379/100K

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.8 in/yr
Elevation814 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.5%
High School+91.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 53%
Commute28 min
Libraries9

Is Edgerton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edgerton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Edgerton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edgerton is $84,185, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edgerton is $243,900, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,081 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Edgerton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 108 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,331 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Edgerton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.8 inches, including 35.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Edgerton has a population of 5,924 with a density of 1,424 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.3%).

Population

5,924
Total Population
1,424
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Edgerton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.3%
23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Edgerton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edgerton is $84,185, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Edgerton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,185
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,815
Avg Weekly Wage$1,142
IRS Avg AGI$69,298

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,943
County GDP$10,849M

Business (County)

Restaurants389
Healthcare357
Retail495
Manufacturing208

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,146
76% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Edgerton is $243,900, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,081 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $292,460.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$243,900
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$292,460
Median List Price$250,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$250,000
$/Sq Ft$175
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio97.9%
Price Drops8.3%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,081
7% 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-Occupied60.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,146
76% above US avg
Effective Rate2.52%
In Edgerton, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death8,626/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access87.8%
Healthcare Facilities357
Edgerton has a violent crime rate of 108 per 100,000 residents, 71% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,331 per 100,000 (19% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent108.4/100K
71% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape18.1/100K
Robbery36.1/100K
Assault54.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,330.6/100K
19% above US avg
Burglary379.4/100K
Theft1,915.1/100K
Vehicle Theft36.1/100K
Arson18.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Edgerton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average19°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.8 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall35.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation814 ft (248 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.8 km²)
Population Density1,424/sq mi
Coordinates42.8389°N, 89.0696°W
County FIPS55105
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 35.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 7.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.6%
D 52.9%

Winner: Democrat by 7.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.5%
5% above US avg
High School+91.2%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,424/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities357
Restaurants389
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Work from Home13.3%

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