Hawkins, WI

Wisconsin

Hawkins is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 347. Residents earn $36,083 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
347 Population 157/sq mi density
$36,083 Median Income $26,321 per capita
$60,600 Home Value $155,186 Zillow
$675 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$36,083 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60,600 home value, $675/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,083
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $60,600
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.7%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population347
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density157/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$36,083
Per Capita$26,321
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$743M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$60,600
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$155,186
Housing Units183
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking17.4%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,364 ft (416 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.7%
High School+74.6%
Graduate+0.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute17 min
Broadband73.9%
Libraries3

Is Hawkins a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hawkins receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hawkins offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hawkins is $36,083, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hawkins is $60,600, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hawkins has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°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 33.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hawkins has a population of 347 with a density of 157 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

347
Total Population
157
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hawkins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hawkins vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hawkins is $36,083, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Hawkins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,083
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,321
Avg Weekly Wage$940
IRS Avg AGI$57,829

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)434
County GDP$743M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare36
Retail52
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,067
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.8 min
Drive Alone79.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Hawkins is $60,600, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,186.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,600
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$155,186

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.1%
Housing Units183
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,067
16% above US avg
Effective Rate6.71%
In Hawkins, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep32.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits65.8%
Premature Death6,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities36
Hawkins has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.7 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.7 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,364 ft (416 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density157/sq mi
Coordinates45.5119°N, 90.7172°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.1-point margin. 73.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 33.9%

Winner: Republican by 31.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.7%
92% below US avg
High School+74.6%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density157/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.9%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants41
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.8 min
Drive Alone79.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

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