Friesland, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Friesland is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 269. Residents earn $76,818 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
269 Population 266/sq mi density
$76,818 Median Income $31,451 per capita
$147,200 Home Value
$738 Median Rent 13.8% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$76,818 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$147,200 home value, $738/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,818
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $147,200
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population269
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density266/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,818
Per Capita$31,451
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$4,274M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$147,200
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units119
Rent Burden13.8%

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking17.3%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,020 ft (311 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+90.9%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute23 min
Broadband91.7%
Libraries10

Is Friesland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Friesland receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Friesland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Friesland is $76,818, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Friesland is $147,200, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Friesland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches, including 45.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Friesland has a population of 269 with a density of 266 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%).

Population

269
Total Population
266
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Friesland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Friesland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Friesland is $76,818, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Friesland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,818
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,451
Avg Weekly Wage$1,013
IRS Avg AGI$79,589

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,775
County GDP$4,274M

Business (County)

Restaurants194
Healthcare142
Retail194
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,988
71% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Friesland is $147,200, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$147,200
48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$191
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% below US avg
Rent Burden13.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.6%
Housing Units119
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,988
71% above US avg
Effective Rate4.07%
In Friesland, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep33.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.1%
Dental Visits64.9%
Premature Death6,231/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access68.9%
Healthcare Facilities142
Friesland has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall45.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,020 ft (311 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density266/sq mi
Coordinates43.5876°N, 89.0656°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55021
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.6-point margin. 91.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 47%

Winner: Republican by 4.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+90.9%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density266/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.7%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities142
Restaurants194
Retail Stores194

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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