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Forest Junction, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Forest Junction is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 655. Residents earn $81,563 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
655 Population 254/sq mi density
$81,563 Median Income $34,308 per capita
$192,300 Home Value
$742 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,563 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$192,300 home value, $742/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,563
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $192,300
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $742
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population655
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density254/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,563
Per Capita$34,308
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$2,315M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,300
Rent$742
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units278
Rent Burden20.8%

Health

Obesity35.3%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking16.6%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation824 ft (251 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute26 min
Broadband85.1%
Libraries3

Is Forest Junction a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Forest Junction receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Forest Junction stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Forest Junction is $81,563, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Forest Junction is $192,300, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $742 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Forest Junction has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 18°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 32.2 inches, including 43.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Forest Junction has a population of 655 with a density of 254 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.6%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

655
Total Population
254
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Forest Junction vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Forest Junction vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Forest Junction is $81,563, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Forest Junction vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,563
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,308
Avg Weekly Wage$981
IRS Avg AGI$86,193

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,007
County GDP$2,315M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare98
Retail107
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,018
72% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone90.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Forest Junction is $192,300, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $742 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,300
32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$742
36% below US avg
Rent Burden20.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%
Housing Units278
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,018
72% above US avg
Effective Rate3.13%
In Forest Junction, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Forest Junction vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Primary Care1:6,567
Dentists1:3,766
Mental Health1:2,956
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits64.1%
Premature Death4,553/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access83.1%
Healthcare Facilities98
Forest Junction has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.2 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) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.2 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall43.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation824 ft (251 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density254/sq mi
Coordinates44.2148°N, 88.1496°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 20 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density254/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.1%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants88
Retail Stores107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone90.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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