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Elmwood, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Elmwood is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 699. Residents earn $55,313 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
699 Population 460/sq mi density
$55,313 Median Income $31,363 per capita
$165,000 Home Value $260,766 Zillow
$804 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$55,313 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,000 home value, $804/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,313
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,000
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $804
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population699
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density460/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans10.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,313
Per Capita$31,363
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$1,545M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,000
Rent$804
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$260,766
Housing Units339
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity34.7%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking14.5%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation855 ft (261 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+4.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute27 min
Broadband81.5%
Libraries5

Is Elmwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elmwood receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Elmwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elmwood is $55,313, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elmwood is $165,000, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $804 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Elmwood 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.

Elmwood has a population of 699 with a density of 460 people per square mile. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

699
Total Population
460
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Elmwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elmwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elmwood is $55,313, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Elmwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,313
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,363
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$86,110

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% 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
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Elmwood is $165,000, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $804 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $260,766.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,000
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$260,766

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$804
31% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.6%
Housing Units339
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Effective Rate3.53%
In Elmwood, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,662
Dentists1:2,363
Mental Health1:1,229
Checkup Rate73.4%
Dental Visits65.9%
Premature Death5,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access73.5%
Healthcare Facilities78
Elmwood 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. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.9 inches
5% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation855 ft (261 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density460/sq mi
Coordinates44.7801°N, 92.1490°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin. 81.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density460/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.5%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants110
Retail Stores97

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

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