Fennimore, WI

Wisconsin

Fennimore is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 2,762. Residents earn $64,891 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
2,762 Population 1,597/sq mi density
$64,891 Median Income $36,698 per capita
$146,200 Home Value $204,755 Zillow
$694 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$64,891 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,200 home value, $694/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,891
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $146,200
48% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.2%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $694
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,762
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density1,597/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,891
Per Capita$36,698
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$2,999M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,200
Rent$694
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$204,755

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary201/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Elevation1,165 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.2%
High School+97.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries13

Is Fennimore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fennimore receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Fennimore stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fennimore is $64,891, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 11.0% 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 Fennimore is $146,200, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $694 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Fennimore 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 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Fennimore experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 37.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Fennimore has a population of 2,762 with a density of 1,597 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

2,762
Total Population
1,597
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fennimore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fennimore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fennimore is $64,891, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Fennimore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,891
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,698
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$64,257

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,509
County GDP$2,999M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare102
Retail185
Manufacturing61

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Fennimore is $146,200, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $694 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,755.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,200
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$204,755

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$55
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$694
40% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Rate2.98%
In Fennimore, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 32.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity32.8%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death7,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access66.9%
Healthcare Facilities102
Fennimore has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Fennimore 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 Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary201.3/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Fennimore 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 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall37.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,165 ft (355 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density1,597/sq mi
Coordinates42.9794°N, 90.6492°W
County FIPS55043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.2%
25% below US avg
High School+97.6%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,597/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants130
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Work from Home5.9%

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