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Goodman, WI

Wisconsin

Goodman is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 160. Residents earn $43,854 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
160 Population 96/sq mi density
$43,854 Median Income $27,177 per capita
$78,000 Home Value $149,445 Zillow
$541 Median Rent 22.3% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$43,854 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,000 home value, $541/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,854
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $541
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population160
Median Age65.5 yrs
Density96/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans15.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,854
Per Capita$27,177
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$172M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,000
Rent$541
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$149,445
Housing Units144
Rent Burden22.3%

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking17.3%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation1,408 ft (429 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+95.1%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 25%
Commute34 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries1

Is Goodman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goodman receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Goodman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Goodman is $43,854, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Goodman is $78,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $541 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Goodman has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Goodman has a population of 160 with a density of 96 people per square mile. The median age is 65.5 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 6.9% Hispanic.

Population

160
Total Population
96
People / sq mi
65.5yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Goodman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Goodman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goodman is $43,854, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Goodman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,854
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,177
Avg Weekly Wage$698
IRS Avg AGI$68,314

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)137
County GDP$172M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare4
Retail13
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,671
91% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.3 min
Drive Alone96.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Goodman is $78,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $541 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $149,445.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,000
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$149,445

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$541
53% below US avg
Rent Burden22.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.9%
Housing Units144
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,671
91% above US avg
Effective Rate8.55%
In Goodman, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits59.8%
Premature Death7,123/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access62.9%
Healthcare Facilities4
Goodman has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.3°F
24% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,408 ft (429 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density96/sq mi
Coordinates45.6194°N, 88.3514°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.8-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.6%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+95.1%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density96/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants22
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.3 min
Drive Alone96.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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