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Eland, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Eland is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 235. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
235 Population 106/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $33,031 per capita
$115,800 Home Value $260,844 Zillow
$783 Median Rent 36.7% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 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
$61,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,800 home value, $783/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,800
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $783
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population235
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density106/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans11.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$33,031
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$11,882M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,800
Rent$783
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$260,844
Housing Units133
Rent Burden36.7%

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking18.4%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,236 ft (377 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+95.2%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute22 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries9

Is Eland a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eland is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eland is $115,800, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $783 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Eland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Eland has a population of 235 with a density of 106 people per square mile. The median age is 51.9 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

235
Total Population
106
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Eland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eland is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Eland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,031
Avg Weekly Wage$1,115
IRS Avg AGI$80,430

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,960
County GDP$11,882M

Business (County)

Restaurants329
Healthcare424
Retail428
Manufacturing239

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,413
83% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Eland is $115,800, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $783 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $260,844.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,800
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$260,844

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$783
33% below US avg
Rent Burden36.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.0%
Housing Units133
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,413
83% above US avg
Effective Rate5.54%
In Eland, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits58.4%
Premature Death6,974/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access73.3%
Healthcare Facilities424
Eland has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,236 ft (377 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density106/sq mi
Coordinates44.8669°N, 89.2090°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55073
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.7%
D 40.1%

Winner: Republican by 18.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+95.2%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density106/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities424
Restaurants329
Retail Stores428

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%

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