Kingston, WI

Wisconsin

Kingston is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 283. Residents earn $66,250 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
283 Population 216/sq mi density
$66,250 Median Income $36,132 per capita
$133,600 Home Value $196,533 Zillow
$750 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,250 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,600 home value, $750/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,600
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population283
Median Age59.7 yrs
Density216/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$36,132
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$588M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,600
Rent$750
Ownership89.8%
Zillow$196,533
Rent Burden19.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Elevation794 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute33 min
Broadband79.6%
Libraries6

Is Kingston a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kingston is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kingston is $133,600, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 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

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Kingston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches, including 45.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kingston has a population of 283 with a density of 216 people per square mile. The median age is 59.7 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

283
Total Population
216
People / sq mi
59.7yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kingston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kingston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kingston is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Kingston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,250
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,132
Avg Weekly Wage$893
IRS Avg AGI$66,461

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)396
County GDP$588M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare22
Retail40
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,156
47% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.2 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Kingston is $133,600, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg). 89.8% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,533.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,600
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$196,533

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership89.8%
Owner-Occupied89.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,156
47% above US avg
Effective Rate3.86%
In Kingston, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death10,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access29.2%
Healthcare Facilities22

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Kingston has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall45.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation794 ft (242 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density216/sq mi
Coordinates43.6933°N, 89.1315°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.7-point margin. 79.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%
D 34.6%

Winner: Republican by 29.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density216/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.6%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants43
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.2 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home7.8%

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