Ellsworth, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

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
124 Violent Crime/100K 2,350 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
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
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
124 violent crimes/100K (67% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,609
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $229,400
19% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 124/100K
67% 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%

Economy

A
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
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$326,628
Rent Burden28.0%

Crime

F
Violent124/100K
Property2,350/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault31/100K
Burglary371/100K

Health

Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Elevation1,221 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+92.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute27 min
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, a low poverty rate. 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

Ellsworth is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 124 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,350 per 100,000, near 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. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

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. 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. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

3,323
Total Population
874
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ellsworth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.2%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.8%
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. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,024
County GDP$1,545M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare78
Retail97
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ellsworth is $229,400, 19% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $926 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $326,628.

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 Burden28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.54%
In Ellsworth, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate73.3%
Premature Death5,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access73.5%
Healthcare Facilities78
Ellsworth has a violent crime rate of 124 per 100,000 residents, 67% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,350 per 100,000 (20% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent123.7/100K
67% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape92.8/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault30.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,350.0/100K
20% above US avg
Burglary371.1/100K
Theft1,917.1/100K
Vehicle Theft61.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Ellsworth has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.9 inches
5% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,221 ft (372 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²)
Population Density874/sq mi
Coordinates44.7362°N, 92.4802°W
County FIPS55093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.4%
34% below US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density874/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants110
Retail Stores97

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home12.5%

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