Ellsworth, WI

Wisconsin · Pierce County · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro

Ellsworth is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 3,323. Residents earn $72,609 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0

B Good

3,323 Population 874/sq mi density

$72,609 Median Income $43,416 per capita

$229,400 Home Value $326,628 Zillow

$926 Median Rent 28.0% income on rent

42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr

151 Violent Crime/100K 635 property/100K

Overall

3.3 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.3 / 5.0

$72,609 median income, 1.9% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.9 / 5.0

$229,400 home value, $926/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

151 violent crimes/100K (60% below avg)

C+

Education

2.8 / 5.0

22.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $72,609

3% lower than US avg

Home Value $229,400

19% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 151/100K

60% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 22.4%

34% lower than US avg

Median Rent $926

20% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.3%

7% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.9%

47% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.7%

38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,323

Median Age39.4 yrs

Density874/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans3.8%

Economy

Median Income$72,609

Per Capita$43,416

Unemployment1.9%

Poverty7.7%

County GDP$1,545M

Commute27 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$229,400

Rent$926

Ownership59.9%

Zillow$326,628

Housing Units1,516

Rent Burden28.0%

Crime

Violent151/100K

Property635/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault61/100K

Burglary91/100K

Health

Obesity34.3%

Uninsured7.6%

Smoking14.5%

Depression24.0%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain35.9 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation1,221 ft (372 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.4%

High School+92.8%

Graduate+8.4%

School Score6.48

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%

Commute27 min

Broadband92.0%

EV Stations1

Libraries5

Is Ellsworth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ellsworth receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Ellsworth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ellsworth is $72,609, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ellsworth is $229,400, 19% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $926 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Ellsworth is below the national average at 151 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 635 per 100,000, 68% below the national average.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Ellsworth has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ellsworth has a population of 3,323 with a density of 874 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 47.6% male. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.2% of residents, while 9.8% speak Spanish. 3.8% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 15.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,323

Total Population

874

People / sq mi

39.4yrs

Median Age

1% above US avg

1.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%

Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ellsworth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.2%

15% above US avg

Spanish 9.8%

27% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ellsworth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ellsworth is $72,609, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,416 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $913, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,024 business establishments, including 110 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 12.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Ellsworth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$72,609
	3% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$43,416
Avg Weekly Wage	$913
IRS Avg AGI	$86,110
Gini Index	0.400 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.9%
	47% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.7%
	38% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,024
County GDP	$1,545M

Business (County)

Restaurants	110
Healthcare	78
Retail	97
Manufacturing	50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,822
	66% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.7 min
Drive Alone	75.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ellsworth is $229,400, 19% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $326,628, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $926 (20% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $872 for a one-bedroom to $1,097 for a two-bedroom apartment. 59.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,516 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $5,822 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$229,400
	19% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$326,628

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$926
	20% below US avg
Rent Burden	28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	59.9%
Owner-Occupied	59.9%
Renter-Occupied	40.1%
Housing Units	1,516
Median Year Built	1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,822
	66% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.54%

In Ellsworth, 34.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 28.7% have high blood pressure. 14.5% are current smokers. 22.2% report binge drinking. 25.0% are physically inactive. 24.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.6% experience frequent mental distress. 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,662. The dentist ratio is 1:2,363. 73.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.3%
	7% above US avg
Diabetes	8.7%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	28.7%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	5.5%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.5%
	4% above US avg
Binge Drinking	22.2%
Physical Inactivity	25.0%
Depression	24.0%
Mental Distress	16.6%
Physical Distress	11.9%
Short Sleep	34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.7%
Uninsured	7.6%
	12% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,662
Dentists	1:2,363
Mental Health	1:1,229
Checkup Rate	73.3%
Dental Visits	68.0%
Premature Death	5,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.1/10
Exercise Access	73.5%
Healthcare Facilities	78

Ellsworth has a violent crime rate of 151 per 100,000 residents, 60% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 60.5 per 100,000, robbery at 60.5, rape at 30.3. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 635 per 100,000, 68% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 544, burglary at 91, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Ellsworth receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	151.2/100K
	60% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	30.3/100K
Robbery	60.5/100K
Assault	60.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	635.2/100K
	68% below US avg
Burglary	90.7/100K
Theft	544.5/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Traffic Accidents	17
Avg Accident Severity	3.2 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Ellsworth has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 1,221 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	42.3°F
	22% below US avg
January Average	12°F (-11°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,221 ft (372 m)
Area	1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density	874/sq mi
Coordinates	44.7362°N, 92.4802°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Pierce County County
Nearest Airport	New Richmond Regional (RNH) 29 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.9"

5% below US avg

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.29"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.79"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	42.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability	10.6 / 100
Community Resilience	53.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Apr 25, 2017.

Apr 25, 2017	Near Mankato, Minnesota	M2.8	135 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

481 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 60 fatalities, 980 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 4, 1958	EF5	22 km	21
Jul 3, 1983	EF4	85 km	0
Jul 30, 1977	EF4	85 km	0
May 6, 1965	EF4	84 km	0
May 6, 1965	EF4	71 km	3
May 6, 1965	EF4	76 km	6
Sep 16, 1962	EF4	85 km	0
Jun 4, 1958	EF4	96 km	4
Jun 4, 1958	EF4	83 km	3
May 21, 1957	EF4	99 km	0
Sep 24, 2019	EF3	64 km	0
May 16, 2017	EF3	63 km	1
May 25, 2008	EF3	67 km	1
May 15, 1998	EF3	55 km	0
Aug 27, 1994	EF3	84 km	2
Jul 27, 1987	EF3	27 km	0
Jul 23, 1987	EF3	91 km	0
Apr 26, 1984	EF3	67 km	1
Jun 14, 1981	EF3	63 km	1
Jul 15, 1980	EF3	77 km	1

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

6 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (2,904 ac, 2009).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2009	UNNAMED	2,904	77 km
2007	BEAVER CUTOFF	982	75 km
2004	EAGAN	925	58 km
1990	UNNAMED	598	78 km
1995	LV 68 CARVER	532	89 km
1990	UNNAMED	513	63 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	12°F (-11°C)	0.9 in	Coldest
February	18°F (-8°C)	0.8 in	Driest
March	30°F (-1°C)	1.8 in
April	45°F (7°C)	2.9 in
May	57°F (14°C)	3.7 in
June	66°F (19°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
July	68°F (20°C)	4.1 in
August	69°F (20°C)	4.0 in	Warmest
September	59°F (15°C)	3.8 in
October	48°F (9°C)	2.5 in
November	32°F (-0°C)	1.7 in
December	18°F (-8°C)	1.2 in

Ellsworth has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 12°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (0.8").

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Ellsworth is located in Pierce County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 22.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.9% of the vote, a 16.8-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 78 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%

D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Traffic Accidents	17
Avg Accident Severity	3.2 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	22.4%
	34% below US avg
High School+	92.8%
Graduate Degree+	8.4%
School Test Score	6.48

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	874/sq mi
Total Area	1.5 sq mi
County	Pierce County County

Services

Broadband Access	92.0%
Avg Download Speed	74.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	16.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	78
Restaurants	110
Retail Stores	97

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.7 min
Drive Alone	75.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.5%

Average costs for common services in Ellsworth. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$235 ($141–$376)
Specialist Visit	$329 ($188–$518)
Urgent Care Visit	$188 ($94–$329)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,070 ($753–$4,705)
Dental Cleaning	$122 ($71–$188)
Dental Filling	$235 ($141–$376)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$282 ($141–$471)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$565 ($376–$941)
Battery Replacement	$188 ($94–$329)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$376 ($141–$753)
HVAC System Install	$6,587 ($3,764–$11,292)
Roof Repair	$941 ($376–$1,882)
Roof Replacement	$8,469 ($5,176–$14,115)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,412 ($471–$3,294)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,115 ($4,705–$28,230)
DUI Defense	$4,705 ($1,882–$9,410)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,412 ($753–$2,823)
Will Preparation	$471 ($188–$941)
Trust Preparation	$2,353 ($941–$4,705)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$235)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$122)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.86 ($2.82–$5.18)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.29 ($2.35–$4.71)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.35–$5.18)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.23 ($2.82–$6.12)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.18 ($3.76–$7.06)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$235)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$188 ($71–$471)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,882 ($1,129–$3,294)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.53–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$235)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,129 ($565–$2,353)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$941 ($471–$1,882)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$376 ($188–$659)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$941 ($376–$2,353)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,763 ($4,705–$28,230)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$188)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$282 ($141–$471)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$188 ($94–$376)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$909
Toddler	$823
Preschool	$823
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$671
Toddler	$650
Preschool	$650

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Pierce County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	1,700	57	$62,948	1.97
Accommodation & Food Services	1,189	105	$19,302	1.24
Retail Trade	1,054	89	$29,516	1.00
Health Care & Social Assistance	799	145	$39,246	0.53
Construction	453	98	$69,525	0.82
Wholesale Trade	360	46	$65,780	0.87
Professional & Technical Services	269	99	$60,169	0.37
Transportation & Warehousing	263	42	$70,918	0.59
Finance & Insurance	235	51	$67,315	0.55
Arts & Entertainment	190	22	$19,534	1.08
Other Services	179	59	$39,019	0.57
Administrative & Waste Services	169	39	$38,039	0.27
Utilities	63	4	$100,605	1.58
Real Estate	51	23	$62,897	0.31
Educational Services	47	9	$19,822	0.22
Information & Technology	47	14	$84,420	0.24
Management of Companies	16	7	$134,151	0.09

Schools in Ellsworth

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Ellsworth Elementary	Elementary	730	46	15.9:1
Ellsworth High	High	519	32	16.2:1
Ellsworth Middle	Middle	375	27	13.9:1

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Radio Stations near Ellsworth

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
YourClassical Concert Band	brass, yourclassical	AAC+ 48 kbps

Campgrounds Near Ellsworth

2 campgrounds found near Ellsworth.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
MAIN DAY USE	5.0/5	2	$35–$50
HIGHLAND RIDGE	4.6/5	58	$24–$280

National Parks Near Ellsworth

26 national parks and monuments found near Ellsworth.

Park	Type	Fee
Afton State Park	State Park	Free
Carley State Park	State Park	Free
Cattail State Trail	State Park	Free
Chippewa River State Trail	State Park	Free
Fort Snelling State Park	State Park	Free
Frontenac State Park	State Park	Free
Gateway State Trail	State Park	Free
Hoffman Hills Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Interstate Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Interstate State Park	State Park	Free
John A. Latsch State Park	State Park	Free
Kinnickinnic State Park	State Park	Free
Merrick State Park	State Park	Free
Mississippi National River & Recreation Area	National River & Recreation Area	Free
Moon Lake Park	State Park	Free
Nerstrand Big Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Off-Leash Dog	State Park	Free
Red Cedar State Trail	State Park	Free
Rice Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway	National Scenic Riverway	Free
State Capitol Ground	State Park	Free
Stower Seven Lakes State Trail	State Park	Free
Straight Lake Wilderness State Park	State Park	Free
Wild River State Park	State Park	Free
William O'Brien State Park	State Park	Free
Willow River State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Ellsworth

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
GOODHUE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6513886024	$197,147
RED WING MARINE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	2355 OLD W MAIN ST	6514427661	$188,874
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF WILDLIFE ART	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
GALLERY 101	ART MUSEUM		7154253266
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF BALDWIN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MARTELL SCHOOL HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PIERCE COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	130 N CHESTNUT STREET	7152730118

Libraries in Ellsworth

Name	Address	Annual Visits
RIVER FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY	140 UNION ST.	180,177
RED WING PUBLIC LIBRARY	225 EAST AVENUE	170,433
BALDWIN PUBLIC LIBRARY	400 CEDAR ST.	43,328
ELLSWORTH PUBLIC LIBRARY	312 W. MAIN ST.	41,616
HAZEL MACKIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY	311 W. WARREN ST.	26,775
SPRING VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY	E121 S. 2ND ST.	21,383
HAMMOND COMMUNITY LIBRARY	850 DAVIS ST.	20,072
WOODVILLE COMMUNITY LIBRARY	124 MAIN ST.	19,366

Farmers Markets in Ellsworth

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Baldwin's Main St. Farmers Market	Main St. and 6th Ave.	06/02/2018 to 10/13/2018	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Ellsworth Farmers Market	Highway 10 and Wall Street	07/29/2014 to 09/30/2014	Tue: 3:00 PM-6:30 PM;		Visit
Hudson Farmers Market on Carmichael	504 Frontage Road	06/21/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Red Wing Area Farmers Market	Saturday Market, Train Depot, 420 Levee Street		Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
River District Marketplace
River Falls Farmers' Market	1121 S. Main St.	06/01/2016 to 10/31/2016	Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes

Restaurants in Ellsworth

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fiesta Rosita

Clinics in Ellsworth

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mayo Clinic Health System

Veterinaries in Ellsworth

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pierce Veterinary Clinic

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Gas Stations in Ellsworth

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cenex

Freedom

Holiday

Speedway

Village Discount Liquor

Banks in Ellsworth

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Associated Bank

BMO Harris Bank

WESTconsin Credit Union

Golf Courses in Ellsworth

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ellsworth Country Club

Breweries in Ellsworth

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Mel's Midtowner	Bars, Cocktail Lounges, Restaurant, Cocktail Lounges & Bars, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Beer Taverns & P	111 S Main St	7154251573
Pitchfork Brewing	Bars, Banquet Halls & Reception Facilities, Brewery	709 Rodeo Dr	7152453675	Visit

Nursing Homes in Ellsworth

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
ATRIUM POST ACUTE CARE OF ELLSWORTH 403 N MAPLE ST	For profit - Partnership	60	39	3/5	—	3/5	5/5	7152735821

Pharmacies in Ellsworth

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
PAMIDA - 654	598 LUCAS LANE	715-273-4278

EV Charging Stations in Ellsworth

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Pierce Pepin Co-op Services	W7725 US-10	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Ellsworth

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
700 FT E OF HWY 58 2.7 MI S OF HWY 61	TOWER	137
554 Chinnock Lane (100037)	GTOWER	112
554 Chinnock Lane (100037)	GTOWER	112
N5794 750TH STREET (96814)	GTOWER	101
N5794 750TH STREET (96814)	GTOWER	101
432 W. MAIN ST.	TOWER	79
1188 COUNTY ROAD N. (1762)	GTOWER	72
1188 COUNTY ROAD N. (1762)	GTOWER	72
(River Falls) N7249 910TH ST	GTOWER	65
W10933 County Road MM (103156)	MTOWER	58
W10933 County Road MM (103156)	MTOWER	58
901 QUARRY ROAD (83369)	LTOWER	58
901 QUARRY ROAD (83369)	LTOWER	58
9453 570th Ave. (102434)	LTOWER	56
9453 570th Ave. (102434)	LTOWER	56
BALDWIN/WOODVILLE (MN-D) 1.6 MILES S OF US-12; 2.0 MILES W OF US-63	TOWER	55
N8295 900TH ST (96821)	LTOWER	50
N8295 900TH ST (96821)	LTOWER	50
W4877 230th Avenue (1782)	MTOWER	12
W4877 230th Avenue (1782)	MTOWER	12

Bridges in Ellsworth

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1991	32	7,700	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1997	87	5,100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1997	103	5,100	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1949	23	5,100	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1952	34	4,100	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1952	35	4,100	F
Culvert	Steel	1983	21	3,800	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	60	3,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	78	3,100	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	2013	155	2,800	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	74	2,700	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1941	42	2,500	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1987	122	1,708	G
Culvert	Concrete	1962	25	1,648	G
Culvert	Concrete	1986	25	1,648	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1990	24	1,648	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1956	186	1,200	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1996	31	957	F
Channel Beam	Prestressed concrete	1979	44	927	F
Slab	Concrete	2006	50	598	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1983	68	566	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1993	48	566	G
Culvert	Concrete	2004	27	504	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1988	22	494	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1988	24	494	G
Slab	Concrete	2003	47	494	G
Culvert	Steel	1992	26	397	F
Slab	Concrete	1995	42	397	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1959	32	396	G
Culvert	Steel	1992	24	233	G
Slab	Concrete	2005	51	223	G
Slab	Concrete	2020	54	194	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1983	101	192	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1989	22	189	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1974	52	189	G
Slab	Concrete	2005	40	179	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1994	22	168	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1991	22	168	G
Slab	Concrete	1984	34	145	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1987	82	108	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	2000	24	107	G
Slab	Concrete	2008	49	104	G
Slab	Concrete	1996	45	93	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1993	25	93	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1979	30	93	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1920	33	93	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1991	96	93	G
Slab	Concrete	1992	46	93	G
Slab	Concrete	1987	32	92	G
Slab	Concrete	1987	44	92	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1989	112	91	G
Slab	Concrete	1930	27	87	F
Slab	Concrete	1991	36	87	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1979	70	87	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1983	32	87	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1917	29	87	F
Slab	Concrete	1992	40	87	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1987	82	67	G
Channel Beam	Prestressed concrete	1955	55	58	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1986	22	57	G
Culvert	Steel	2004	29	53	G
Slab	Concrete	1988	42	51	G
Slab	Concrete	1986	47	40	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1920	35	25	P
Slab	Wood or Timber	1988	24	16	G
Culvert	Steel	1989	29	5	G

Correctional Facilities in Ellsworth

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
PIERCE COUNTY JAIL	414 W MAIN ST	COUNTY	58	-999	OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Ellsworth

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Red Wing, MN	420 Levee Street	TRAIN

Airports Near Ellsworth

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field	MSP	Large Airport
New Richmond Regional Airport	RNH	Medium Airport
Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field	STP	Medium Airport
Airlake Airport	—	Small Airport
Airwolfe Airport	—	Small Airport
Al's Due North Airport	—	Small Airport
Amery Municipal Airport	AHH	Small Airport
Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport	—	Small Airport
Backstrom Airport	—	Small Airport
Baldwin Airport	—	Small Airport
Barnes Airport	—	Small Airport
Barron Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Beer Airport	—	Small Airport
Benson Airport	—	Small Airport
Boyceville Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Buck Knob Airport	—	Small Airport
Christison Airport	—	Small Airport
Cooks Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Cub Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Cub Bear Airport	—	Small Airport
Danielson Field Airport	—	Small Airport
David Randall Airport	—	Small Airport
Dodge Center Airport	—	Small Airport
Durand Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagle Ridge Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Edberg Airport	—	Small Airport
Erickson Field	—	Small Airport
Flying J Airport	—	Small Airport
Flyplassen Airport	—	Small Airport
Forest Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Frontenac Airport	—	Small Airport
Haeuser Airport	—	Small Airport
Hall Airport	—	Small Airport
Hayes Road Airport	—	Small Airport
Hexum Flight Park Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Jennrich Field	—	Small Airport
Kruger Aviation Ultralight Flightpark	—	Small Airport
L O Simenstad Municipal Airport	OEO	Small Airport
Lake Elmo Airport	—	Small Airport
Lino Air Park	—	Small Airport
Little Plum Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Menomonie Municipal Score Field	—	Small Airport
Nielsen's Airport	—	Small Airport
Nietz Airstrip	—	Small Airport
North Lake Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Ottman Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Radke Airport	—	Small Airport
Red Wing Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Rice Lake Regional Airport - Carl's Field	RIE	Small Airport
Ries Farms Runway	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Ellsworth

6 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Goodhue County Sheriffs Office
Red Wing Police Department
Spring Valley Police Department
St. Croix County Sheriff	1101 Carmichael Road
UW-River Falls Police Department	715 Wild Rose Avenue
Village of Hammond Police Department

Grocery Stores in Ellsworth

4 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Express Lane 9509	Convenience Store	101 N Maple St
Family Dollar 2637	Other	181 E Main St
Holiday Stationstore 2746481	Convenience Store	456 E Main St
Nilssen's Foods	Grocery Store	157 E Main St

Post Offices in Ellsworth

3 post offices.

Post Office	Address
East Ellsworth Post Office
Ellsworth Post Office
Ellsworth Post Office	270 N. Maple St.

Treatment Centers in Ellsworth

5 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Hudson Hospital and Clinics - Programs for Change	Substance Abuse	715-531-6755
Nystrom and Associates Ltd	Both	651-977-5001
Peace Tree Counseling LLC	Mental Health	715-417-3241
Pierce County Dept of Human Services	Both	715-273-6770 x6642
Western Wisconsin Health - Behavioral Health Services	Mental Health	715-684-1111

DOL Wage Violations in Ellsworth

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $1,417 in back wages owed to 15 employees.

Violations

$1,417

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
TRAYNOR WOODWORKING, LLC [OSHA]	—	—	54011	Wood Kitchen Cabinet and Countertop Manufacturing	1	$1,073	$153	7
ELLSWORTH COOPERATIVE CREAMERY, INC. [OSHA]	—	—	54011	Cheese Manufacturing	1	$345	$43	8

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ellsworth

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BETHEL COVENANT CHURCH ELLSWORTH WI	W8405 COUNTY ROAD KK
BUFFALO JUMP MINISTRIES	PO BOX 121
ENGLISH LUTHERAN CHURCH	229 W MAIN ST
MINNESOTA TRES DIAS	N4810 US HIGHWAY 63
OUR SAVIORS LUTHERAN CHURCH	N6450 530TH ST
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI PARISH	264 S GRANT ST
ZION COVENANT CHURCH ELLSWORTH WI	210 N BEULAH ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ellsworth

What is the population of Ellsworth?

Ellsworth has a population of 3,323 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 874 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.4 years. The population is 52.4% female and 47.6% male.

Is Ellsworth expensive to live in?

Ellsworth is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $72,609, 3% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $229,400 (19% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $926 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Ellsworth safe?

Ellsworth is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 151 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 635 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Ellsworth receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ellsworth?

Ellsworth has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Ellsworth?

The job market in Ellsworth is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $913. There are 1,024 business establishments in the area, including 110 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 12.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ellsworth?

The median home value in Ellsworth is $229,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $326,628. For renters, the median monthly rent is $926. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 59.9%. The average annual property tax is $5,822.

How are the schools in Ellsworth?

Schools in Ellsworth score 6.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 22.4% of adults in Ellsworth hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ellsworth?

The obesity rate in Ellsworth is 34.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.5% of adults are smokers. 25.0% are physically inactive. 24.0% of residents report depression. 7.6% lack health insurance. 73.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,662.

What is transportation like in Ellsworth?

The average commute in Ellsworth is 27 minutes. 75.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ellsworth?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ellsworth is 88.9% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino. 90.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.8% speak Spanish. 3.8% of the population are military veterans. 15.7% of residents have a disability. 94.7% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

River Falls, WI 16,349 pop · 11.1 mi Red Wing, MN 16,660 pop · 12.3 mi Spring Valley, WI 1,260 pop · 14.1 mi Prescott, WI 4,376 pop · 15.2 mi Roberts, WI 1,981 pop · 15.9 mi Baldwin, WI 4,313 pop · 16.0 mi Hammond, WI 2,071 pop · 16.2 mi Woodville, WI 1,497 pop · 17.5 mi Hastings, MN 22,050 pop · 18.4 mi Lake St. Croix Beach, MN 1,106 pop · 19.1 mi Hudson, WI 15,004 pop · 19.9 mi Afton, MN 2,944 pop · 20.1 mi Lakeland, MN 1,510 pop · 20.5 mi Cottage Grove, MN 40,124 pop · 21.9 mi

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