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Gordon, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Gordon is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 114. Residents earn $53,438 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
114 Population 62/sq mi density
$53,438 Median Income $27,645 per capita
$100,000 Home Value $274,870 Zillow
$644 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$53,438 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $644/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,438
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $644
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population114
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density62/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans85.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,438
Per Capita$27,645
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$2,402M
Commute50 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$644
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$274,870
Housing Units92
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity40.9%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking14.9%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,048 ft (319 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+92.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute50 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries3

Is Gordon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gordon receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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, long commute times, high obesity rates. Gordon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gordon is $53,438, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gordon is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $644 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

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Gordon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches, including 59.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Gordon has a population of 114 with a density of 62 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 5.3% Hispanic.

Population

114
Total Population
62
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Gordon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gordon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gordon is $53,438, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes.

Income: Gordon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,438
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,645
Avg Weekly Wage$1,016
IRS Avg AGI$67,532

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,215
County GDP$2,402M

Business (County)

Restaurants156
Healthcare119
Retail151
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,924
41% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.7 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Gordon is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $644 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $274,870.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$274,870

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$644
45% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.3%
Housing Units92
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,924
41% above US avg
Effective Rate4.92%
In Gordon, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits65.5%
Premature Death8,763/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities119
Gordon has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.4 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.4 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall59.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,048 ft (319 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density62/sq mi
Coordinates46.2400°N, 91.7995°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55031
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.3-point margin. 49.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.6%
D 52%

Winner: Democrat by 5.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+92.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density62/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants156
Retail Stores151

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.7 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

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