Knapp, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Knapp is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 504. Residents earn $59,167 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
504 Population 321/sq mi density
$59,167 Median Income $31,643 per capita
$105,000 Home Value $283,930 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 33.8% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$59,167 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,000 home value, $950/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,167
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,000
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population504
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density321/mi²
Male / Female62% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,167
Per Capita$31,643
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$1,545M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,000
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$283,930
Rent Burden33.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Elevation1,180 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute36 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries5

Is Knapp a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Knapp receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Knapp offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Knapp is $59,167, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Knapp is $105,000, 63% 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

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Knapp has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches, including 43.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Knapp has a population of 504 with a density of 321 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 8.3% Black.

Population

504
Total Population
321
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.5%
Female 38.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Knapp vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Knapp vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Knapp is $59,167, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Knapp vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,167
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,643
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$86,110

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,024
County GDP$1,545M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare78
Retail97
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.1 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Knapp is $105,000, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $283,930.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,000
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$283,930

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden33.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Effective Rate5.54%
In Knapp, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death5,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access73.5%
Healthcare Facilities78

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Knapp has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall43.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,180 ft (360 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density321/sq mi
Coordinates44.9489°N, 92.0808°W
County FIPS55093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density321/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants110
Retail Stores97

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.1 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

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