Jefferson, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Jefferson County County
Jefferson, WI
At a Glance
How Jefferson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Jefferson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Jefferson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Jefferson residents earn a median household income of $77,095 , which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,475. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,344 business establishments, including 201 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jefferson is $222,100 , 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $347,703. Median rent is $1,041/month, with 28.8% 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 1972.
Safety & Crime
Jefferson reports 211 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 45% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,370/100K.
Education
22.6% of adults in Jefferson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below the national average). 91.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jefferson has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.