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Edmund, WI

Wisconsin

Edmund is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 170. Residents earn $60,469 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
170 Population 500/sq mi density
$60,469 Median Income $30,385 per capita
$153,600 Home Value
$939 Median Rent 14.7% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$60,469 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$153,600 home value, $939/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,469
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $153,600
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.5%
96% lower than US avg
Median Rent $939
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.4%
56% higher than US avg

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

People

Population170
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density500/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,469
Per Capita$30,385
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty19.4%
County GDP$932M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$153,600
Rent$939
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units94
Rent Burden14.7%

Health

Obesity39.4%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking15.6%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,196 ft (365 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.5%
High School+78.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute30 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries7

Is Edmund a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edmund receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Edmund offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edmund is $60,469, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 19.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edmund is $153,600, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $939 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Edmund experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 41.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Edmund has a population of 170 with a density of 500 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

170
Total Population
500
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Edmund vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Edmund vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edmund is $60,469, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Edmund vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,469
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,385
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$62,765

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.4%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)510
County GDP$932M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare20
Retail42
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,400
26% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Edmund is $153,600, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $939 (19% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$153,600
46% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$939
19% below US avg
Rent Burden14.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units94
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,400
26% above US avg
Effective Rate2.86%
In Edmund, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep33.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.8%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.8%
Dental Visits65.6%
Premature Death7,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access47.6%
Healthcare Facilities20
Edmund has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall41.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,196 ft (365 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density500/sq mi
Coordinates42.9662°N, 90.2644°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 1.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.2-point margin. 81.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.5%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 20.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.5%
96% below US avg
High School+78.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density500/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants34
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

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