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Francis Creek, WI

Wisconsin

Francis Creek is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 683. Residents earn $85,833 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
683 Population 599/sq mi density
$85,833 Median Income $37,825 per capita
$219,800 Home Value
$642 Median Rent 32.1% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,833 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$219,800 home value, $642/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,833
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $219,800
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $642
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population683
Median Age55.6 yrs
Density599/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,833
Per Capita$37,825
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$5,402M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$219,800
Rent$642
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units396
Rent Burden32.1%

Health

Obesity38.3%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking14.8%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation732 ft (223 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+93.5%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute24 min
Broadband65.7%
Libraries3

Is Francis Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Francis Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Francis Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Francis Creek is $85,833, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Francis Creek is $219,800, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $642 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Francis Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches, including 34.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Francis Creek has a population of 683 with a density of 599 people per square mile. The median age is 55.6 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

683
Total Population
599
People / sq mi
55.6yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43%
Female 57%

Race & Ethnicity

Francis Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Francis Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Francis Creek is $85,833, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Francis Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,833
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,825
Avg Weekly Wage$1,030
IRS Avg AGI$72,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,990
County GDP$5,402M

Business (County)

Restaurants176
Healthcare187
Retail224
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,289
51% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Francis Creek is $219,800, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $642 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,800
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$642
45% below US avg
Rent Burden32.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.4%
Housing Units396
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,289
51% above US avg
Effective Rate2.41%
In Francis Creek, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Francis Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.3%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits67.4%
Premature Death7,254/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access73.0%
Healthcare Facilities187
Francis Creek has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.5 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall34.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation732 ft (223 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density599/sq mi
Coordinates44.2005°N, 87.7209°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.4-point margin. 65.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61%
D 37.6%

Winner: Republican by 23.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+93.5%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density599/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities187
Restaurants176
Retail Stores224

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

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