Iron Ridge, WI

Wisconsin

Iron Ridge is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 931. Residents earn $74,609 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
931 Population 1,390/sq mi density
$74,609 Median Income $39,696 per capita
$199,600 Home Value
$1,257 Median Rent 21.2% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$74,609 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$199,600 home value, $1,257/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,609
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $199,600
29% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,257
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population931
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density1,390/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,609
Per Capita$39,696
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$5,048M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$199,600
Rent$1,257
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units414
Rent Burden21.2%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,213/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary110/100K

Health

Obesity40.9%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking14.4%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation927 ft (283 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+93.5%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute29 min
Broadband92.4%
Libraries13

Is Iron Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Iron Ridge receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Iron Ridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Iron Ridge is $74,609, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Iron Ridge is $199,600, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,257 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Iron Ridge is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,213 per 100,000, 38% below the national average.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Iron Ridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Iron Ridge has a population of 931 with a density of 1,390 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

931
Total Population
1,390
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Iron Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Iron Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Iron Ridge is $74,609, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Iron Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,609
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,696
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145
IRS Avg AGI$69,992

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,002
County GDP$5,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants166
Healthcare170
Retail208
Manufacturing138

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,187
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone80.5%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Iron Ridge is $199,600, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,257 (8% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$199,600
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,257
8% above US avg
Rent Burden21.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.9%
Housing Units414
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,187
48% above US avg
Effective Rate2.60%
In Iron Ridge, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Iron Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits68.1%
Premature Death7,421/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access71.3%
Healthcare Facilities170
Iron Ridge has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,213 per 100,000 (38% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Iron Ridge vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,212.8/100K
38% below US avg
Burglary110.3/100K
Theft992.3/100K
Vehicle Theft110.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Iron Ridge has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average19°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation927 ft (283 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,390/sq mi
Coordinates43.3981°N, 88.5319°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.9-point margin. 92.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.8%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+93.5%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,390/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.4%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants166
Retail Stores208

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone80.5%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home5.5%

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