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Holcombe, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Holcombe is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 244. Residents earn $61,477 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
244 Population 252/sq mi density
$61,477 Median Income $28,456 per capita
$150,000 Home Value $313,461 Zillow
$829 Median Rent 31.0% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$61,477 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $829/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,477
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $829
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population244
Median Age55.2 yrs
Density252/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,477
Per Capita$28,456
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$3,854M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$829
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$313,461
Housing Units113
Rent Burden31.0%

Health

Obesity42.8%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking18.0%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,069 ft (326 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute20 min
Broadband98.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Holcombe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holcombe receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Holcombe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holcombe is $61,477, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holcombe is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $829 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Holcombe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°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 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Holcombe has a population of 244 with a density of 252 people per square mile. The median age is 55.2 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

244
Total Population
252
People / sq mi
55.2yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Holcombe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Holcombe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holcombe is $61,477, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Holcombe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,477
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,456
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$71,869

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,963
County GDP$3,854M

Business (County)

Restaurants183
Healthcare206
Retail203
Manufacturing131

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,934
41% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone73.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Holcombe is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $829 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $313,461.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$313,461

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$829
29% below US avg
Rent Burden31.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.3%
Housing Units113
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,934
41% above US avg
Effective Rate3.29%
In Holcombe, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,393
Dentists1:1,758
Mental Health1:985
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits62.3%
Premature Death6,527/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access57.8%
Healthcare Facilities206
Holcombe has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 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 (21°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,069 ft (326 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density252/sq mi
Coordinates45.2223°N, 91.1206°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55017
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.9%
D 38%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density252/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities206
Restaurants183
Retail Stores203

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone73.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.1%

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