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Ironton, WI

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Ironton is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 288. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
288 Population 873/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $26,877 per capita
$85,000 Home Value
$950 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $950/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population288
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density873/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$26,877
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$1,004M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units127
Rent Burden24.4%

Health

Obesity41.2%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking18.0%
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation957 ft (292 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+0.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute24 min
Broadband79.8%
Libraries3

Is Ironton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ironton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Ironton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ironton is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ironton is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ironton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 43.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ironton has a population of 288 with a density of 873 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 3.1% Black.

Population

288
Total Population
873
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ironton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ironton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ironton is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Ironton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,877
Avg Weekly Wage$900
IRS Avg AGI$62,197

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)542
County GDP$1,004M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare52
Retail57
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ironton is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.1%
Housing Units127
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Rate6.52%
In Ironton, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 27.4% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits61.2%
Premature Death7,313/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access43.3%
Healthcare Facilities52
Ironton has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall43.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation957 ft (292 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density873/sq mi
Coordinates43.5442°N, 90.1455°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.1-point margin. 79.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56%
D 42.8%

Winner: Republican by 13.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+0.5%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density873/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.8%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants35
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

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