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Hatfield, WI

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Hatfield is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 194. Residents earn $56,563 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
194 Population 145/sq mi density
$56,563 Median Income $43,564 per capita
$201,800 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$56,563 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$201,800 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,563
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $201,800
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.5%
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population194
Median Age70.6 yrs
Density145/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,563
Per Capita$43,564
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$1,372M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$201,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units139
Rent Burden26.4%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking18.4%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation898 ft (274 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.5%
High School+93.4%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute27 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries2

Is Hatfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hatfield receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hatfield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hatfield is $56,563, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hatfield is $201,800, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hatfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches, including 43.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hatfield has a population of 194 with a density of 145 people per square mile. The median age is 70.6 years, 81% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%).

Population

194
Total Population
145
People / sq mi
70.6yrs
Median Age
81% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.7%
Female 60.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hatfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hatfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hatfield is $56,563, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Hatfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,563
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,564
Avg Weekly Wage$971
IRS Avg AGI$59,373

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)488
County GDP$1,372M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare49
Retail56
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,761
65% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hatfield is $201,800, 28% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$201,800
28% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.0%
Housing Units139
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,761
65% above US avg
Effective Rate2.85%
In Hatfield, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,112
Dentists1:1,603
Mental Health1:579
Checkup Rate73.0%
Dental Visits60.7%
Premature Death9,145/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access39.6%
Healthcare Facilities49
Hatfield has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall43.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation898 ft (274 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density145/sq mi
Coordinates44.4169°N, 90.7511°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 38.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.5-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.1%
D 39.6%

Winner: Republican by 19.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.5%
14% above US avg
High School+93.4%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density145/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants61
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

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