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Eleva, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Eleva is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 715. Residents earn $55,625 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
715 Population 1,277/sq mi density
$55,625 Median Income $32,004 per capita
$165,900 Home Value $382,131 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 25.7% income on rent
43°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
$55,625 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,900 home value, $725/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,625
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,900
41% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population715
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density1,277/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,625
Per Capita$32,004
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$8,430M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,900
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$382,131
Housing Units342
Rent Burden25.7%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property291/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary145/100K

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking15.9%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation867 ft (264 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+95.8%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 55%
Commute24 min
Broadband86.1%
Libraries5

Is Eleva a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eleva is $55,625, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eleva is $165,900, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Eleva is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 291 per 100,000, 85% below the national average.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Eleva has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°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 34.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Eleva has a population of 715 with a density of 1,277 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%).

Population

715
Total Population
1,277
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Eleva vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eleva vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eleva is $55,625, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Eleva vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,625
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,004
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$83,527

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,254
County GDP$8,430M

Business (County)

Restaurants289
Healthcare422
Retail381
Manufacturing88

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Eleva is $165,900, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $382,131.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,900
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$382,131

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden25.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.4%
Housing Units342
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Effective Rate3.77%
In Eleva, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Primary Care1:705
Dentists1:989
Mental Health1:243
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits67.0%
Premature Death6,237/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access82.1%
Healthcare Facilities422
Eleva has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 291 per 100,000 (85% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property290.7/100K
85% below US avg
Burglary145.4/100K
Theft145.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Eleva has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.5 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.4°F
20% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation867 ft (264 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,277/sq mi
Coordinates44.5766°N, 91.4703°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55035
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.6-point margin. 86.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44%
D 54.6%

Winner: Democrat by 10.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+95.8%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,277/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.1%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities422
Restaurants289
Retail Stores381

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

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