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Fenwood, WI

Wisconsin

Fenwood is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 135. Residents earn $82,500 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
135 Population 138/sq mi density
$82,500 Median Income $34,401 per capita
$117,500 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$82,500 median income, 11.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,500 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,500
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $117,500
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.6%
222% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population135
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density138/mi²
Male / Female59% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans94.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,500
Per Capita$34,401
Unemployment11.6%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$5,263M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units52
Rent Burden25.9%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking14.9%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,301 ft (397 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+97.8%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute23 min
Broadband44.0%
Libraries6

Is Fenwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fenwood receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Fenwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fenwood is $82,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.2% 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 Fenwood is $117,500, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Fenwood 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 33.9 inches, including 57.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Fenwood has a population of 135 with a density of 138 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.9%).

Population

135
Total Population
138
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.5%
Female 41.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fenwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fenwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fenwood is $82,500, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Fenwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,500
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,401
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$69,016

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.6%
222% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,131
County GDP$5,263M

Business (County)

Restaurants181
Healthcare234
Retail240
Manufacturing115

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,252
50% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone63.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Fenwood is $117,500, 58% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,500
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units52
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,252
50% above US avg
Effective Rate4.47%
In Fenwood, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep31.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Primary Care1:726
Dentists1:1,138
Mental Health1:503
Checkup Rate73.3%
Dental Visits67.5%
Premature Death7,716/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities234
Fenwood has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 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 Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.9 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall57.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,301 ft (397 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density138/sq mi
Coordinates44.8658°N, 90.0146°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.9-point margin. 44.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 19.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.4%
87% below US avg
High School+97.8%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density138/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities234
Restaurants181
Retail Stores240

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone63.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.4%

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