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Franks Field, WI

Wisconsin

Franks Field is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 131. Residents earn $26,429 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
131 Population 103/sq mi density
$26,429 Median Income $14,785 per capita
$15,800 Home Value
$875 Median Rent 36.7% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$26,429 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$15,800 home value, $875/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,429
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $15,800
94% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.3%
47% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population131
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density103/mi²
Male / Female78% / 22%
Largest GroupWhite 16%
Veterans82.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$26,429
Per Capita$14,785
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$929M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$15,800
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units56
Rent Burden36.7%

Health

Obesity47.3%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking25.4%
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease8.4%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation809 ft (247 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+81.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute15 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries3

Is Franks Field a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Franks Field receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Franks Field stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Franks Field is $26,429, 65% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Franks Field is $15,800, 94% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Franks Field has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Franks Field has a population of 131 with a density of 103 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (70.2%), with 16% White.

Population

131
Total Population
103
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 77.9%
Female 22.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Franks Field vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.4%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.6%
121% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Franks Field vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Franks Field is $26,429, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Franks Field vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,429
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,785
Avg Weekly Wage$963
IRS Avg AGI$58,769

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)627
County GDP$929M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare56
Retail89
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,239
50% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate33.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.3 min
Drive Alone65.9%
Public Transit11.4%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Franks Field is $15,800, 94% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$15,800
94% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg
Rent Burden36.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.8%
Housing Units56
Median Year Built1999

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,239
50% above US avg
Effective Rate33.16%
In Franks Field, 47.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. 25.4% are current smokers. 27.3% report depression. 35.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Franks Field vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.3%
47% above US avg
Diabetes16.1%
Heart Disease8.4%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma15.2%
COPD8.4%
Cancer6.1%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking25.4%
81% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity35.6%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress18.4%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits55.8%
Premature Death12,410/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access68.6%
Healthcare Facilities56
Franks Field has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.8 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.3°F
24% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation809 ft (247 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density103/sq mi
Coordinates46.5522°N, 90.5989°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.7-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.9%
D 51.6%

Winner: Democrat by 4.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+81.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density103/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants66
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.3 min
Drive Alone65.9%
Public Transit11.4%
Work from Home6.8%

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