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Herbster, WI

Wisconsin

Herbster is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 109. Residents earn $66,250 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
109 Population 20/sq mi density
$66,250 Median Income $50,690 per capita
$342,900 Home Value $263,598 Zillow
41°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$342,900 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $342,900
22% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.7%
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population109
Median Age62.3 yrs
Density20/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans15.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$50,690
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$587M
Commute19 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$342,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$263,598
Housing Units196
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking12.6%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation627 ft (191 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.7%
High School+96.9%
Graduate+21.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 55%
Commute19 min
Broadband56.0%
Libraries5

Is Herbster a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Herbster receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Herbster stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Herbster is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Herbster is $342,900, 22% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Herbster has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Herbster has a population of 109 with a density of 20 people per square mile. The median age is 62.3 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

109
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
62.3yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.8%
Female 42.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Herbster vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Herbster vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Herbster is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Herbster vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,250
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,690
Avg Weekly Wage$810
IRS Avg AGI$71,038

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)578
County GDP$587M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare25
Retail67
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,627
61% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone62.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Herbster is $342,900, 22% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $263,598.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$342,900
22% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$263,598

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.6%
Housing Units196
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,627
61% above US avg
Effective Rate1.64%
In Herbster, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.6% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.6%
10% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep33.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits67.8%
Premature Death7,971/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access67.6%
Healthcare Facilities25
Herbster has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.4 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates46.8422°N, 91.2419°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 41.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 11.1-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.4%
D 54.5%

Winner: Democrat by 11.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.7%
24% above US avg
High School+96.9%
Graduate Degree+21.3%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density20/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants102
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone62.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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