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Gresham, WI

Wisconsin

Gresham is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 571. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
571 Population 501/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $28,240 per capita
$120,100 Home Value $249,561 Zillow
$593 Median Rent 24.1% income on rent
42°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
3.6 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,100 home value, $593/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,100
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $593
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.1%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population571
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density501/mi²
Male / Female41% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Veterans10.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$28,240
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$1,744M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,100
Rent$593
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$249,561
Housing Units272
Rent Burden24.1%

Health

Obesity41.7%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking18.9%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation924 ft (282 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+96.5%
Graduate+0.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute20 min
Broadband76.2%
Libraries6

Is Gresham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gresham 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Gresham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gresham is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gresham is $120,100, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $593 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Gresham has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°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.

Gresham has a population of 571 with a density of 501 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.3%), with 33.5% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

571
Total Population
501
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.5%
Female 59.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Gresham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gresham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gresham is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Gresham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,240
Avg Weekly Wage$876
IRS Avg AGI$64,361

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.1%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,069
County GDP$1,744M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare87
Retail115
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,904
40% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Gresham is $120,100, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $593 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,561.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,100
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$249,561

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$593
49% below US avg
Rent Burden24.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.4%
Housing Units272
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,904
40% above US avg
Effective Rate4.08%
In Gresham, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.9% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma12.5%
COPD6.6%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.9%
35% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits59.4%
Premature Death7,118/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access47.9%
Healthcare Facilities87
Gresham has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°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) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation924 ft (282 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density501/sq mi
Coordinates44.8486°N, 88.7861°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.3-point margin. 76.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 31.3%

Winner: Republican by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+96.5%
Graduate Degree+0.5%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density501/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities87
Restaurants115
Retail Stores115

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

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