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Hancock, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Waushara County County
Hancock, WI
At a Glance
How Hancock Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hancock's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hancock a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hancock residents earn a median household income of $48,255 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,447. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 571 business establishments, including 67 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hancock is $147,200 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $242,139. Median rent is $677/month, with 20.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Hancock reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 0/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
5.1% of adults in Hancock hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below the national average). 85.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hancock has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.