Hewitt, WI

Wisconsin

Hewitt is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 791. Residents earn $89,013 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
791 Population 851/sq mi density
$89,013 Median Income $44,364 per capita
$207,100 Home Value $285,503 Zillow
$675 Median Rent 15.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$89,013 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$207,100 home value, $675/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,013
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $207,100
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.9%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population791
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density851/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$89,013
Per Capita$44,364
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$5,263M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$207,100
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$285,503
Rent Burden15.0%

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Elevation1,236 ft (377 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.9%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute16 min
Broadband90.2%
Libraries6

Is Hewitt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hewitt receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Hewitt stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hewitt is $89,013, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hewitt is $207,100, 27% 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 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hewitt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches, including 57.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hewitt has a population of 791 with a density of 851 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

791
Total Population
851
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hewitt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hewitt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hewitt is $89,013, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Hewitt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,013
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,364
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$69,016

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,131
County GDP$5,263M

Business (County)

Restaurants181
Healthcare234
Retail240
Manufacturing115

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,252
50% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.5 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hewitt is $207,100, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $285,503.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,100
27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$285,503

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$116
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden15.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,252
50% above US avg
Effective Rate2.54%
In Hewitt, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death7,716/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities234
Hewitt has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.9 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall57.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,236 ft (377 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density851/sq mi
Coordinates44.6425°N, 90.1048°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.9-point margin. 90.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 19.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.9%
8% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density851/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities234
Restaurants181
Retail Stores240

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.5 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home9.3%

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