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Hustler, WI

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Hustler is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 144. Residents earn $55,938 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
144 Population 206/sq mi density
$55,938 Median Income $43,907 per capita
$159,400 Home Value
$663 Median Rent 26.9% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$55,938 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,400 home value, $663/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,938
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,400
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $663
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population144
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density206/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,938
Per Capita$43,907
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$1,233M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,400
Rent$663
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units92
Rent Burden26.9%

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking17.7%
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation913 ft (278 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+95.8%
Graduate+12.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute20 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries5

Is Hustler a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hustler receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hustler offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hustler is $55,938, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hustler is $159,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $663 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hustler experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches, including 46.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hustler has a population of 144 with a density of 206 people per square mile. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%).

Population

144
Total Population
206
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hustler vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hustler vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hustler is $55,938, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Hustler vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,938
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,907
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$59,403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)736
County GDP$1,233M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare49
Retail81
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,068
45% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone95.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hustler is $159,400, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $663 (43% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,400
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$663
43% below US avg
Rent Burden26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.7%
Housing Units92
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,068
45% above US avg
Effective Rate3.18%
In Hustler, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 27.7% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma12.1%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits62.8%
Premature Death8,839/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access52.2%
Healthcare Facilities49
Hustler has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall46.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation913 ft (278 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density206/sq mi
Coordinates43.8773°N, 90.2658°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.2-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.6%
D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 32.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+95.8%
Graduate Degree+12.5%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density206/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants83
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone95.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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