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Gratiot, WI

Wisconsin

Gratiot is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 215. Residents earn $40,938 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
215 Population 391/sq mi density
$40,938 Median Income $28,286 per capita
$131,300 Home Value $236,248 Zillow
$630 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$40,938 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$131,300 home value, $630/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,938
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $630
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population215
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density391/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,938
Per Capita$28,286
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty10.5%
County GDP$932M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,300
Rent$630
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$236,248
Housing Units109
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity42.2%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking17.1%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation807 ft (246 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+77.7%
Graduate+7.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute29 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries7

Is Gratiot a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gratiot receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Gratiot offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gratiot is $40,938, 46% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gratiot is $131,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $630 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Gratiot experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 18°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 37.6 inches, including 35.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Gratiot has a population of 215 with a density of 391 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%).

Population

215
Total Population
391
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.8%
Female 57.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Gratiot vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gratiot vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gratiot is $40,938, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Gratiot vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,938
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,286
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$62,765

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)510
County GDP$932M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare20
Retail42
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,400
26% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gratiot is $131,300, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $630 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,248.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,300
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$236,248

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$630
46% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.4%
Housing Units109
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,400
26% above US avg
Effective Rate3.35%
In Gratiot, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.3%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,196
Dentists1:5,626
Mental Health1:530
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits59.7%
Premature Death7,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access47.6%
Healthcare Facilities20
Gratiot has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 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) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall35.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation807 ft (246 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density391/sq mi
Coordinates42.5798°N, 90.0238°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.2-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.5%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 20.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+77.7%
Graduate Degree+7.9%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density391/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants34
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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