Forestville, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Forestville is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 576. Residents earn $78,125 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
576 Population 1,087/sq mi density
$78,125 Median Income $33,193 per capita
$152,700 Home Value $283,395 Zillow
$676 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,125 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$152,700 home value, $676/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,125
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $152,700
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $676
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population576
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density1,087/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,125
Per Capita$33,193
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$1,082M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,700
Rent$676
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$283,395
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain30.1 in/yr
Elevation638 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+98.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute25 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries2

Is Forestville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Forestville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Forestville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Forestville is $78,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Forestville is $152,700, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $676 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Forestville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches, including 52.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Forestville has a population of 576 with a density of 1,087 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

576
Total Population
1,087
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Forestville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.4%
52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Forestville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Forestville is $78,125, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Forestville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,125
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,193
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$72,968

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)575
County GDP$1,082M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare41
Retail57
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,823
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Forestville is $152,700, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $676 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $283,395.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,700
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$283,395

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$676
42% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,823
66% above US avg
Effective Rate3.81%
In Forestville, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death6,209/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access50.0%
Healthcare Facilities41

Crime Rates: Forestville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Forestville has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.1 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall52.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation638 ft (194 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,087/sq mi
Coordinates44.6909°N, 87.4784°W
County FIPS55061
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.8-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.3%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+98.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,087/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants50
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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