Frederic, WI

Wisconsin

Frederic is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,148. Residents earn $51,765 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,148 Population 679/sq mi density
$51,765 Median Income $30,566 per capita
$144,900 Home Value $248,384 Zillow
$836 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$51,765 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$144,900 home value, $836/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,765
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $144,900
49% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $836
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,148
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density679/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,765
Per Capita$30,566
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$2,185M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$144,900
Rent$836
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$248,384

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property452/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary181/100K

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Elevation1,225 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute29 min
EV Stations1
Libraries10

Is Frederic a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Frederic receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Frederic offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Frederic is $51,765, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Frederic is $144,900, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $836 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Frederic is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 452 per 100,000, 77% below the national average.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Frederic has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches, including 61.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Frederic has a population of 1,148 with a density of 679 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%).

Population

1,148
Total Population
679
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Frederic vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Frederic vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Frederic is $51,765, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Frederic vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,765
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,566
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$72,536

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,311
County GDP$2,185M

Business (County)

Restaurants136
Healthcare106
Retail164
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,702
63% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Frederic is $144,900, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $836 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $248,384.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$144,900
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$248,384

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$836
28% 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-Occupied63.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,702
63% above US avg
Effective Rate3.94%
In Frederic, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death7,642/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access65.3%
Healthcare Facilities106
Frederic has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 452 per 100,000 (77% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property452.5/100K
77% below US avg
Burglary181.0/100K
Theft271.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Frederic has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.9 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall61.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,225 ft (373 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density679/sq mi
Coordinates45.6527°N, 92.4626°W
County FIPS55095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.9%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+95.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density679/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants136
Retail Stores164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Work from Home2.8%

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