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Gotham, WI

Wisconsin

Gotham is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 198. Residents earn $73,438 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
198 Population 495/sq mi density
$73,438 Median Income $25,692 per capita
$137,500 Home Value
$1,069 Median Rent 35.3% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$73,438 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value, $1,069/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,438
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,069
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population198
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density495/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans10.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,438
Per Capita$25,692
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$1,004M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
Rent$1,069
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units77
Rent Burden35.3%

Health

Obesity38.3%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking17.9%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation695 ft (212 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+92.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute19 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries3

Is Gotham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gotham receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Gotham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gotham is $73,438, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gotham is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,069 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Gotham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°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 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Gotham has a population of 198 with a density of 495 people per square mile. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%).

Population

198
Total Population
495
People / sq mi
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Gotham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gotham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gotham is $73,438, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Gotham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,438
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,692
Avg Weekly Wage$900
IRS Avg AGI$62,197

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)542
County GDP$1,004M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare52
Retail57
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.8 min
Drive Alone95.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gotham is $137,500, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,069 (8% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,069
8% below US avg
Rent Burden35.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.9%
Housing Units77
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Rate4.03%
In Gotham, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,324
Dentists1:1,899
Mental Health1:661
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits62.8%
Premature Death7,313/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access43.3%
Healthcare Facilities52
Gotham has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation695 ft (212 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density495/sq mi
Coordinates43.2225°N, 90.2970°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.1-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56%
D 42.8%

Winner: Republican by 13.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.9%
85% below US avg
High School+92.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density495/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants35
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.8 min
Drive Alone95.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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