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Hager City, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Hager City is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 228. Residents earn $105,417 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
228 Population 118/sq mi density
$105,417 Median Income $48,000 per capita
$240,700 Home Value $332,909 Zillow
$1,250 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$105,417 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$240,700 home value, $1,250/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,417
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $240,700
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.0%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,250
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population228
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density118/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans15.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,417
Per Capita$48,000
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$1,545M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$240,700
Rent$1,250
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$332,909
Housing Units104
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity33.6%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking13.9%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation712 ft (217 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.0%
High School+98.9%
Graduate+10.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute23 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries5

Is Hager City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hager City receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Hager City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hager City is $105,417, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Hager City among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hager City is $240,700, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hager City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hager City has a population of 228 with a density of 118 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%).

Population

228
Total Population
118
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hager City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hager City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hager City is $105,417, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Hager City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,417
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,000
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$86,110

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,024
County GDP$1,545M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare78
Retail97
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hager City is $240,700, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,250 (7% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,909.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,700
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$332,909

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,250
7% above US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.1%
Housing Units104
Median Year Built1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.42%
In Hager City, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hager City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep33.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,662
Dentists1:2,363
Mental Health1:1,229
Checkup Rate72.9%
Dental Visits69.5%
Premature Death5,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access73.5%
Healthcare Facilities78
Hager City has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density118/sq mi
Coordinates44.6021°N, 92.5335°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.0%
20% below US avg
High School+98.9%
Graduate Degree+10.8%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density118/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants110
Retail Stores97

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

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