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Ephraim, WI

Wisconsin

Ephraim is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 352. Residents earn $79,479 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
352 Population 93/sq mi density
$79,479 Median Income $88,592 per capita
$469,100 Home Value
$958 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$79,479 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$469,100 home value, $958/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
79.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,479
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $469,100
66% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 79.4%
136% higher than US avg
Median Rent $958
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population352
Median Age63.6 yrs
Density93/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans19.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,479
Per Capita$88,592
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$2,000M
Commute10 min

Housing

B
Home Value$469,100
Rent$958
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units607
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking11.4%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation604 ft (184 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+79.4%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+32.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute10 min
Broadband80.3%
EV Stations4
Libraries8

Is Ephraim a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ephraim receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Ephraim stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ephraim is $79,479, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ephraim is $469,100, making it a premium housing market at 66% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $958 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Ephraim is a highly educated community — 79.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ephraim has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches, including 61.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ephraim has a population of 352 with a density of 93 people per square mile. The median age is 63.6 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%).

Population

352
Total Population
93
People / sq mi
63.6yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ephraim vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ephraim vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ephraim is $79,479, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Ephraim vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,479
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$88,592
Avg Weekly Wage$877
IRS Avg AGI$87,317

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,422
County GDP$2,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants270
Healthcare67
Retail258
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,925
126% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.4 min
Drive Alone66.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Ephraim is $469,100, 66% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $958 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$469,100
66% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$958
18% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.8%
Housing Units607
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,925
126% above US avg
Effective Rate1.69%
In Ephraim, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 11.4% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.6%
COPD4.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.4%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress10.7%
Short Sleep31.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits69.6%
Premature Death5,837/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities67
Ephraim has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.0 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.0 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall61.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation604 ft (184 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²)
Population Density93/sq mi
Coordinates45.1677°N, 87.1726°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 79.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (136% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.2-point margin. 80.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.3%
D 50.6%

Winner: Democrat by 2.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+79.4%
136% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+32.0%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density93/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.3%
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants270
Retail Stores258

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.4 min
Drive Alone66.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.1%

Nearby Cities

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