Fox Lake, WI

Wisconsin

Fox Lake is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,765. Residents earn $78,409 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,765 Population 1,070/sq mi density
$78,409 Median Income $31,388 per capita
$171,300 Home Value $332,845 Zillow
$1,102 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
67 Violent Crime/100K 742 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$78,409 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$171,300 home value, $1,102/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
67 violent crimes/100K (82% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,409
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $171,300
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 67/100K
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,102
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,765
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density1,070/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,409
Per Capita$31,388
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$5,048M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$171,300
Rent$1,102
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$332,845

Crime

F
Violent67/100K
Property742/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary135/100K

Health

Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Elevation916 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute25 min
Libraries13

Is Fox Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fox Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Fox Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fox Lake is $78,409, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 7.0% 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 Fox Lake is $171,300, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,102 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Fox Lake is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 67 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 742 per 100,000, 62% below the national average.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Fox Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Fox Lake has a population of 1,765 with a density of 1,070 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 2.9% Black.

Population

1,765
Total Population
1,070
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fox Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fox Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fox Lake is $78,409, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Fox Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,409
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,388
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145
IRS Avg AGI$69,992

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,002
County GDP$5,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants166
Healthcare170
Retail208
Manufacturing138

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,187
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Fox Lake is $171,300, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,102 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,845.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$171,300
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$332,845
Median List Price$364,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$364,900
$/Sq Ft$144
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.6%
Price Drops10.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,102
5% 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-Occupied56.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,187
48% above US avg
Effective Rate3.03%
In Fox Lake, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fox Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death7,421/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access71.3%
Healthcare Facilities170
Fox Lake has a violent crime rate of 67 per 100,000 residents, 82% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 742 per 100,000 (62% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent67.5/100K
82% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape67.5/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property742.2/100K
62% below US avg
Burglary135.0/100K
Theft607.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson67.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Fox Lake has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation916 ft (279 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density1,070/sq mi
Coordinates43.5616°N, 88.9148°W
County FIPS55027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.8%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,070/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants166
Retail Stores208

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Work from Home12.1%

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