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Fremont, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Fremont is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 592. Residents earn $71,875 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
592 Population 558/sq mi density
$71,875 Median Income $48,485 per capita
$210,200 Home Value $327,395 Zillow
$769 Median Rent 20.6% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$71,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$210,200 home value, $769/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,875
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $210,200
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.9%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $769
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population592
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density558/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,875
Per Capita$48,485
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$13,881M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$210,200
Rent$769
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$327,395
Housing Units408
Rent Burden20.6%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking13.5%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation754 ft (230 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.9%
High School+89.9%
Graduate+5.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute31 min
Broadband77.9%
Libraries5

Is Fremont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fremont receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Fremont stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fremont is $71,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fremont is $210,200, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $769 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Fremont 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. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.9 inches, including 45.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Fremont has a population of 592 with a density of 558 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%).

Population

592
Total Population
558
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Fremont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fremont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fremont is $71,875, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Fremont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,875
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,485
Avg Weekly Wage$1,238
IRS Avg AGI$77,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,383
County GDP$13,881M

Business (County)

Restaurants403
Healthcare514
Retail447
Manufacturing288

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,070
102% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Fremont is $210,200, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $769 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $327,395.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,200
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$327,395

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$769
34% below US avg
Rent Burden20.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.6%
Housing Units408
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,070
102% above US avg
Effective Rate3.36%
In Fremont, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.5% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.5%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking24.0%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep32.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,271
Dentists1:1,524
Mental Health1:334
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits69.2%
Premature Death7,250/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access88.2%
Healthcare Facilities514
Fremont 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 34.9 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.9 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall45.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation754 ft (230 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density558/sq mi
Coordinates44.2599°N, 88.8701°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55139
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.8-point margin. 77.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.7%
D 46.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.9%
26% below US avg
High School+89.9%
Graduate Degree+5.5%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density558/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.9%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities514
Restaurants403
Retail Stores447

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

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