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Ettrick, WI

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Ettrick is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 632. Residents earn $80,139 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
632 Population 854/sq mi density
$80,139 Median Income $35,482 per capita
$142,000 Home Value $286,266 Zillow
$569 Median Rent 26.8% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,139 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$142,000 home value, $569/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,139
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $142,000
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $569
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population632
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density854/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,139
Per Capita$35,482
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$1,889M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$142,000
Rent$569
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$286,266
Housing Units280
Rent Burden26.8%

Health

Obesity39.4%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking14.2%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation784 ft (239 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+97.7%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute23 min
Broadband90.4%
Libraries9

Is Ettrick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ettrick receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ettrick offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ettrick is $80,139, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ettrick is $142,000, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $569 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ettrick has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches, including 41.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ettrick has a population of 632 with a density of 854 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%).

Population

632
Total Population
854
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ettrick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ettrick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ettrick is $80,139, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Ettrick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,139
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,482
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$64,832

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)835
County GDP$1,889M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare49
Retail96
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,357
53% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Ettrick is $142,000, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $569 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $286,266.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,000
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$286,266

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$569
51% below US avg
Rent Burden26.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.1%
Housing Units280
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,357
53% above US avg
Effective Rate3.77%
In Ettrick, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.2% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits66.6%
Premature Death6,005/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access79.5%
Healthcare Facilities49
Ettrick has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall41.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation784 ft (239 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density854/sq mi
Coordinates44.1696°N, 91.2650°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.4-point margin. 90.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.1%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+97.7%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density854/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.4%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants80
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

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