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Elderon, WI

Wisconsin

Elderon is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 142. Residents earn $55,417 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
142 Population 127/sq mi density
$55,417 Median Income $32,351 per capita
$143,800 Home Value
$796 Median Rent 26.9% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$55,417 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,800 home value, $796/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,417
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $143,800
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $796
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population142
Median Age59.0 yrs
Density127/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans91.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,417
Per Capita$32,351
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$5,836M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,800
Rent$796
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units54
Rent Burden26.9%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured10.6%
Smoking15.5%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,196 ft (365 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+88.2%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute26 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries5

Is Elderon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elderon receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Elderon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elderon is $55,417, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elderon is $143,800, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $796 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Elderon 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.

Elderon has a population of 142 with a density of 127 people per square mile. The median age is 59.0 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

142
Total Population
127
People / sq mi
59.0yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Elderon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elderon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elderon is $55,417, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Elderon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,417
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,351
Avg Weekly Wage$1,094
IRS Avg AGI$75,853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,939
County GDP$5,836M

Business (County)

Restaurants217
Healthcare230
Retail206
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Elderon is $143,800, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $796 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,800
49% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$98
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$796
32% below US avg
Rent Burden26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.6%
Housing Units54
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Effective Rate4.34%
In Elderon, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.7%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured10.6%
23% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.7%
Dental Visits62.1%
Premature Death5,999/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access70.2%
Healthcare Facilities230
Elderon 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

Elevation1,196 ft (365 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density127/sq mi
Coordinates44.7874°N, 89.2521°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.2-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.6%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 1.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+88.2%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density127/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities230
Restaurants217
Retail Stores206

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

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