Hixton, WI

Wisconsin

Hixton is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 398. Residents earn $74,219 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
398 Population 349/sq mi density
$74,219 Median Income $33,379 per capita
$158,000 Home Value $222,017 Zillow
$558 Median Rent 34.2% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$74,219 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$158,000 home value, $558/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,219
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $158,000
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $558
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population398
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density349/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,219
Per Capita$33,379
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$1,889M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$158,000
Rent$558
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$222,017
Housing Units182
Rent Burden34.2%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking16.8%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation916 ft (279 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+86.6%
Graduate+6.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute31 min
Broadband84.6%
Libraries9

Is Hixton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hixton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Hixton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hixton is $74,219, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hixton is $158,000, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $558 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hixton 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. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches, including 41.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hixton has a population of 398 with a density of 349 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

398
Total Population
349
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.8%
Female 41.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hixton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hixton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hixton is $74,219, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Hixton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,219
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,379
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$64,832

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)835
County GDP$1,889M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare49
Retail96
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,357
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Hixton is $158,000, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $558 (52% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,017.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,000
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$222,017

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$558
52% below US avg
Rent Burden34.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.1%
Housing Units182
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,357
53% above US avg
Effective Rate3.39%
In Hixton, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits60.2%
Premature Death6,005/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access79.5%
Healthcare Facilities49
Hixton has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 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) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall41.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation916 ft (279 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density349/sq mi
Coordinates44.3831°N, 91.0148°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.4-point margin. 84.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.1%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+86.6%
Graduate Degree+6.7%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density349/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.6%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants80
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

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