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Hatley, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Hatley is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 593. Residents earn $87,188 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
593 Population 605/sq mi density
$87,188 Median Income $36,289 per capita
$196,700 Home Value $265,617 Zillow
$826 Median Rent 19.2% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$87,188 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$196,700 home value, $826/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,188
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $196,700
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $826
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population593
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density605/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,188
Per Capita$36,289
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$11,882M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$196,700
Rent$826
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$265,617
Housing Units222
Rent Burden19.2%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking14.4%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,269 ft (387 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+4.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute25 min
Broadband92.4%
Libraries9

Is Hatley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hatley receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Hatley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hatley is $87,188, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hatley is $196,700, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $826 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hatley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hatley has a population of 593 with a density of 605 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

593
Total Population
605
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hatley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hatley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hatley is $87,188, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Hatley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,188
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,289
Avg Weekly Wage$1,115
IRS Avg AGI$80,430

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,960
County GDP$11,882M

Business (County)

Restaurants329
Healthcare424
Retail428
Manufacturing239

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,413
83% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Hatley is $196,700, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $826 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $265,617.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,700
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$265,617

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$357
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$826
29% below US avg
Rent Burden19.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.7%
Housing Units222
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,413
83% above US avg
Effective Rate3.26%
In Hatley, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep32.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,059
Dentists1:1,327
Mental Health1:411
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits65.5%
Premature Death6,974/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access73.3%
Healthcare Facilities424
Hatley has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,269 ft (387 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density605/sq mi
Coordinates44.8865°N, 89.3371°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55073
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.7-point margin. 92.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.7%
D 40.1%

Winner: Republican by 18.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density605/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.4%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities424
Restaurants329
Retail Stores428

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

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