Friendship, WI

Wisconsin

Friendship is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 737. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
737 Population 819/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $24,060 per capita
$110,100 Home Value $213,371 Zillow
$856 Median Rent 27.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,100 home value, $856/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,100
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $856
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.0%
110% higher than US avg

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

People

Population737
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density819/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$24,060
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty26.0%
County GDP$761M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,100
Rent$856
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$213,371
Rent Burden27.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.1 in/yr
Elevation949 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+86.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 35%
Commute23 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries2

Is Friendship a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Friendship receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Friendship offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Friendship is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 26.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Friendship is $110,100, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $856 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Friendship has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches, including 52.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Friendship has a population of 737 with a density of 819 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.1%), with 5.2% Hispanic, 4.2% Black.

Population

737
Total Population
819
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Friendship vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Friendship vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Friendship is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Friendship vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,060
Avg Weekly Wage$895
IRS Avg AGI$60,083

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.0%
110% above US avg
Establishments (County)444
County GDP$761M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare32
Retail40
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,442
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone77.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Friendship is $110,100, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $856 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $213,371.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,100
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$213,371

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$856
26% below US avg
Rent Burden27.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,442
55% above US avg
Effective Rate4.94%
In Friendship, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 33.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity33.8%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death11,056/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access45.0%
Healthcare Facilities32

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Friendship has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.1 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall52.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation949 ft (289 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density819/sq mi
Coordinates43.9717°N, 89.8200°W
County FIPS55001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.8-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 34.6%

Winner: Republican by 25.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+86.8%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density819/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants61
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone77.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

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