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Independence, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Trempealeau County County
Independence, WI
At a Glance
How Independence Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Independence's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Independence a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Independence residents earn a median household income of $54,967 , which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,888. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 835 business establishments, including 80 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Independence is $152,600 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $224,277. Median rent is $856/month, with 24.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Independence reports 77 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 80% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 232/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
12.6% of adults in Independence hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Independence has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.