Junction City, WI

Wisconsin

Junction City is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 301. Residents earn $62,500 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
301 Population 199/sq mi density
$62,500 Median Income $30,186 per capita
$122,400 Home Value $330,231 Zillow
$942 Median Rent 18.1% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$62,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,400 home value, $942/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,500
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,400
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.4%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $942
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.2%
39% higher than US avg

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

People

Population301
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density199/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,500
Per Capita$30,186
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.2%
County GDP$5,836M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,400
Rent$942
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$330,231
Housing Units176
Rent Burden18.1%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking14.8%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,164 ft (355 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.4%
High School+88.1%
Graduate+6.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute25 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries5

Is Junction City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Junction City 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. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Junction City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Junction City is $62,500, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Junction City is $122,400, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $942 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Junction City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches, including 48.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Junction City has a population of 301 with a density of 199 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%).

Population

301
Total Population
199
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Junction City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.3%
23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Junction City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Junction City is $62,500, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Junction City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,500
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,186
Avg Weekly Wage$1,094
IRS Avg AGI$75,853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.2%
39% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,939
County GDP$5,836M

Business (County)

Restaurants217
Healthcare230
Retail206
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Junction City is $122,400, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $942 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $330,231.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,400
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$330,231

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$942
19% below US avg
Rent Burden18.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.7%
Housing Units176
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Effective Rate5.10%
In Junction City, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Junction City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits67.8%
Premature Death5,999/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access70.2%
Healthcare Facilities230
Junction City has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall48.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,164 ft (355 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density199/sq mi
Coordinates44.5949°N, 89.7697°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.2-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.6%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 1.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.4%
42% below US avg
High School+88.1%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density199/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities230
Restaurants217
Retail Stores206

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

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