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Ellison Bay, WI

Wisconsin

Ellison Bay is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 188. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
188 Population 71/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $45,113 per capita
$287,500 Home Value $491,603 Zillow
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$287,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
73.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $287,500
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 73.1%
117% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.7%
75% higher than US avg

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

People

Population188
Median Age62.2 yrs
Density71/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$45,113
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty21.7%
County GDP$2,000M
Commute13 min

Housing

A
Home Value$287,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$491,603
Housing Units326
Rent Burden25.5%

Health

Obesity34.6%
Uninsured5.4%
Smoking10.0%
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation585 ft (178 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+73.1%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+12.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute13 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries8

Is Ellison Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ellison Bay receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Ellison Bay stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ellison Bay is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 21.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ellison Bay is $287,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Ellison Bay is a highly educated community — 73.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ellison Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches, including 61.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ellison Bay has a population of 188 with a density of 71 people per square mile. The median age is 62.2 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%).

Population

188
Total Population
71
People / sq mi
62.2yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ellison Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ellison Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ellison Bay is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Ellison Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,113
Avg Weekly Wage$877
IRS Avg AGI$87,317

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.7%
75% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,422
County GDP$2,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants270
Healthcare67
Retail258
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,925
126% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.8 min
Drive Alone49.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Ellison Bay is $287,500, 2% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $491,603.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$287,500
2% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$491,603

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.8%
Housing Units326
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,925
126% above US avg
Effective Rate2.76%
In Ellison Bay, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.4% of residents lack health insurance. 10.0% are current smokers. 21.9% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ellison Bay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.0%
29% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress14.2%
Physical Distress9.7%
Short Sleep30.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured5.4%
37% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits72.4%
Premature Death5,837/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities67
Ellison Bay has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.0 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.0 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall61.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation585 ft (178 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density71/sq mi
Coordinates45.2553°N, 87.0729°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 73.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (117% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.2-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.3%
D 50.6%

Winner: Democrat by 2.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+73.1%
117% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+12.1%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density71/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants270
Retail Stores258

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.8 min
Drive Alone49.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

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