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Eureka, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Eureka is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 255. Residents earn $67,083 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
255 Population 241/sq mi density
$67,083 Median Income $30,900 per capita
$143,200 Home Value
$1,119 Median Rent 19.4% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$67,083 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,200 home value, $1,119/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,083
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $143,200
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.2%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,119
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population255
Median Age34.2 yrs
Density241/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,083
Per Capita$30,900
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$13,881M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,200
Rent$1,119
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units130
Rent Burden19.4%

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking15.3%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation766 ft (233 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.2%
High School+84.8%
Graduate+4.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute30 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries5

Is Eureka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eureka receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Eureka stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eureka is $67,083, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eureka is $143,200, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,119 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Eureka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches, including 39.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Eureka has a population of 255 with a density of 241 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 4.3% Black.

Population

255
Total Population
241
People / sq mi
34.2yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Eureka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eureka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eureka is $67,083, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Eureka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,083
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,900
Avg Weekly Wage$1,238
IRS Avg AGI$77,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,383
County GDP$13,881M

Business (County)

Restaurants403
Healthcare514
Retail447
Manufacturing288

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,070
102% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Eureka is $143,200, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,119 (4% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,200
49% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,119
4% below US avg
Rent Burden19.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.5%
Housing Units130
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,070
102% above US avg
Effective Rate4.94%
In Eureka, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking24.9%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits67.4%
Premature Death7,250/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access88.2%
Healthcare Facilities514
Eureka has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall39.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation766 ft (233 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density241/sq mi
Coordinates44.0116°N, 88.8414°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55139
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.8-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.7%
D 46.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.2%
28% below US avg
High School+84.8%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density241/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities514
Restaurants403
Retail Stores447

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

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