Kieler, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Kieler is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 334. Residents earn $59,792 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
334 Population 398/sq mi density
$59,792 Median Income $34,128 per capita
$196,000 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,792 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$196,000 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,792
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $196,000
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population334
Median Age62.5 yrs
Density398/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,792
Per Capita$34,128
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,160M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$196,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units165
Rent Burden37.1%

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking15.1%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation906 ft (276 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+88.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute22 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries8

Is Kieler a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kieler receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Kieler offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kieler is $59,792, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kieler is $196,000, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Kieler experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches, including 36.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kieler has a population of 334 with a density of 398 people per square mile. The median age is 62.5 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

334
Total Population
398
People / sq mi
62.5yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Kieler vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kieler vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kieler is $59,792, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Kieler vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,792
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,128
Avg Weekly Wage$1,128
IRS Avg AGI$86,704

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,728
County GDP$9,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants242
Healthcare316
Retail397
Manufacturing149

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,807
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kieler is $196,000, 30% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,000
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden37.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.3%
Housing Units165
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,807
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.96%
In Kieler, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits66.3%
Premature Death6,844/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access82.6%
Healthcare Facilities316
Kieler has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall36.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation906 ft (276 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density398/sq mi
Coordinates42.5823°N, 90.6052°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19061
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.6-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 45.1%

Winner: Republican by 8.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+88.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density398/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities316
Restaurants242
Retail Stores397

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

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