Embarrass, WI

Wisconsin

Embarrass is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 338. Residents earn $62,750 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
338 Population 289/sq mi density
$62,750 Median Income $36,244 per capita
$133,300 Home Value
$616 Median Rent 17.9% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$62,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,300 home value, $616/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,750
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.0%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $616
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population338
Median Age51.4 yrs
Density289/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans13.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,750
Per Capita$36,244
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$1,744M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,300
Rent$616
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden17.9%

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Elevation801 ft (244 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.0%
High School+88.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute23 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries6

Is Embarrass a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Embarrass receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Embarrass offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Embarrass is $62,750, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Embarrass is $133,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $616 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Embarrass has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches, including 44.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Embarrass has a population of 338 with a density of 289 people per square mile. The median age is 51.4 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

338
Total Population
289
People / sq mi
51.4yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.3%
Female 41.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Embarrass vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Embarrass vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Embarrass is $62,750, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Embarrass vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,750
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,244
Avg Weekly Wage$876
IRS Avg AGI$64,361

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,069
County GDP$1,744M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare87
Retail115
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,904
40% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Embarrass is $133,300, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $616 (47% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,300
53% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$616
47% below US avg
Rent Burden17.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,904
40% above US avg
Effective Rate3.68%
In Embarrass, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death7,118/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access47.9%
Healthcare Facilities87
Embarrass has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall44.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation801 ft (244 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density289/sq mi
Coordinates44.6705°N, 88.7032°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.3-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 31.3%

Winner: Republican by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.0%
47% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density289/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities87
Restaurants115
Retail Stores115

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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