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Elcho, WI

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Elcho is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 170. Residents earn $40,060 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
170 Population 147/sq mi density
$40,060 Median Income $22,554 per capita
$68,300 Home Value $296,657 Zillow
$625 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$40,060 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,300 home value, $625/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,060
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $68,300
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.3%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 46.3%
273% higher than US avg

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

People

Population170
Median Age55.8 yrs
Density147/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,060
Per Capita$22,554
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty46.3%
County GDP$1,012M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,300
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$296,657
Housing Units172
Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking17.9%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain29.4 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,629 ft (497 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.3%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+9.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute15 min
Broadband75.3%
Libraries3

Is Elcho a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elcho receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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, below-average incomes. Elcho offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elcho is $40,060, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 46.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elcho is $68,300, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Elcho has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.4 inches, including 53.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Elcho has a population of 170 with a density of 147 people per square mile. The median age is 55.8 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

170
Total Population
147
People / sq mi
55.8yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Elcho vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Elcho vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elcho is $40,060, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 46.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Elcho vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,060
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,554
Avg Weekly Wage$852
IRS Avg AGI$58,949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate46.3%
273% above US avg
Establishments (County)647
County GDP$1,012M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare49
Retail86
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,841
38% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.1 min
Drive Alone95.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Elcho is $68,300, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $296,657.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,300
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$296,657

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.5%
Housing Units172
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,841
38% above US avg
Effective Rate7.09%
In Elcho, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,219
Dentists1:1,778
Mental Health1:882
Checkup Rate73.5%
Dental Visits60.4%
Premature Death8,311/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access60.2%
Healthcare Facilities49
Elcho has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.4 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.4 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall53.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,629 ft (497 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density147/sq mi
Coordinates45.4368°N, 89.1888°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.6-point margin. 75.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.8%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 34.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.3%
84% below US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+9.8%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density147/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.3%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants61
Retail Stores86

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.1 min
Drive Alone95.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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