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Endeavor, WI

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Endeavor is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 505. Residents earn $53,365 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
505 Population 802/sq mi density
$53,365 Median Income $29,495 per capita
$133,700 Home Value $255,702 Zillow
$714 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$53,365 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,700 home value, $714/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,365
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,700
53% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $714
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.4%
56% higher than US avg

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

People

Population505
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density802/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,365
Per Capita$29,495
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty19.4%
County GDP$588M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,700
Rent$714
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,702
Housing Units232
Rent Burden20.8%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,080/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary216/100K

Health

Obesity42.0%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking16.3%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation820 ft (250 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+87.5%
Graduate+0.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute25 min
Broadband86.8%
Libraries6

Is Endeavor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Endeavor receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Endeavor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Endeavor is $53,365, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Endeavor is $133,700, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $714 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Endeavor is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,080 per 100,000, 45% below the national average.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Endeavor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches, including 42.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Endeavor has a population of 505 with a density of 802 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.1%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

505
Total Population
802
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Endeavor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.9%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.1%
10% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Endeavor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Endeavor is $53,365, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Endeavor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,365
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,495
Avg Weekly Wage$893
IRS Avg AGI$66,461

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.4%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)396
County GDP$588M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare22
Retail40
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,156
47% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Endeavor is $133,700, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $714 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,702.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,700
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$255,702

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$714
39% below US avg
Rent Burden20.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.6%
Housing Units232
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,156
47% above US avg
Effective Rate3.86%
In Endeavor, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits66.4%
Premature Death10,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access29.2%
Healthcare Facilities22
Endeavor has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,080 per 100,000 (45% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,079.9/100K
45% below US avg
Burglary216.0/100K
Theft648.0/100K
Vehicle Theft216.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Endeavor has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall42.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density802/sq mi
Coordinates43.7144°N, 89.4692°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.7-point margin. 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%
D 34.6%

Winner: Republican by 29.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+87.5%
Graduate Degree+0.3%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density802/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants43
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

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