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Ferryville, WI

Wisconsin

Ferryville is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 192. Residents earn $79,500 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
192 Population 90/sq mi density
$79,500 Median Income $43,698 per capita
$218,800 Home Value $247,051 Zillow
$625 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 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
$79,500 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$218,800 home value, $625/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,500
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $218,800
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.1%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population192
Median Age61.3 yrs
Density90/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans17.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,500
Per Capita$43,698
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$780M
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$218,800
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$247,051
Housing Units154
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking16.1%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,047 ft (319 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.1%
High School+91.8%
Graduate+10.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute47 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries6

Is Ferryville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ferryville 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Ferryville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ferryville is $79,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ferryville is $218,800, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ferryville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches, including 35.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ferryville has a population of 192 with a density of 90 people per square mile. The median age is 61.3 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

192
Total Population
90
People / sq mi
61.3yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ferryville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ferryville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ferryville is $79,500, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Ferryville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,500
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,698
Avg Weekly Wage$881
IRS Avg AGI$64,956

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg
Establishments (County)472
County GDP$780M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare30
Retail63
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,042
13% below US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time47.1 min
Drive Alone61.6%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home13.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Ferryville is $218,800, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $247,051.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,800
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$247,051

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.6%
Housing Units154
Median Year Built1998

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,042
13% below US avg
Effective Rate1.39%
In Ferryville, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.8%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,741
Dentists1:2,792
Mental Health1:3,519
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits63.2%
Premature Death6,990/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities30
Ferryville has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.5 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall35.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,047 ft (319 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density90/sq mi
Coordinates43.3533°N, 91.0957°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.3-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.1%
28% below US avg
High School+91.8%
Graduate Degree+10.3%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density90/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants36
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute47.1 min
Drive Alone61.6%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home13.7%

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