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Grand Marsh, WI

Wisconsin

Grand Marsh is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 127. Residents earn $42,813 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
127 Population 105/sq mi density
$42,813 Median Income $30,918 per capita
$68,300 Home Value $197,838 Zillow
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$42,813 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,300 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,813
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $68,300
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 47.4%
282% higher than US avg

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

People

Population127
Median Age59.8 yrs
Density105/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,813
Per Capita$30,918
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty47.4%
County GDP$761M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$197,838
Housing Units67
Rent Burden25.0%

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured14.3%
Smoking19.0%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+68.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 35%
Commute27 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries2

Is Grand Marsh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grand Marsh receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Grand Marsh offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grand Marsh is $42,813, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 47.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grand Marsh is $68,300, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Grand Marsh 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. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches, including 52.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Grand Marsh has a population of 127 with a density of 105 people per square mile. The median age is 59.8 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

127
Total Population
105
People / sq mi
59.8yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Grand Marsh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.3%
5% below US avg
Spanish25.7%
92% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Grand Marsh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grand Marsh is $42,813, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 47.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Grand Marsh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,813
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,918
Avg Weekly Wage$895
IRS Avg AGI$60,083

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate47.4%
282% 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
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone69.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Grand Marsh is $68,300, 76% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $197,838.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,300
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$197,838

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units67
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,442
55% above US avg
Effective Rate7.97%
In Grand Marsh, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.3% of residents lack health insurance. 19.0% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 32.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Grand Marsh vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.0%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.0%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity32.3%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.9%
Uninsured14.3%
66% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.7%
Dental Visits61.7%
Premature Death11,056/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access45.0%
Healthcare Facilities32
Grand Marsh 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. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density105/sq mi
Coordinates43.8852°N, 89.7072°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.8-point margin. 49.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+68.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density105/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants61
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone69.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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