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Knowlton, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Knowlton is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 71. Residents earn $49,375 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
71 Population 71/sq mi density
$49,375 Median Income $47,172 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$49,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$200,000 home value
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,375
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population71
Median Age62.4 yrs
Density71/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans71.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,375
Per Capita$47,172
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$11,882M
Commute16 min

Housing

A
Home Value$200,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units36
Rent Burden25.1%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking14.4%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,133 ft (345 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute16 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries9

Is Knowlton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Knowlton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Knowlton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Knowlton is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Knowlton is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Knowlton 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 33.9 inches, including 64.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Knowlton has a population of 71 with a density of 71 people per square mile. The median age is 62.4 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%).

Population

71
Total Population
71
People / sq mi
62.4yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Knowlton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Knowlton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Knowlton is $49,375, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Knowlton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,375
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,172
Avg Weekly Wage$1,115
IRS Avg AGI$80,430

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,960
County GDP$11,882M

Business (County)

Restaurants329
Healthcare424
Retail428
Manufacturing239

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,413
83% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.6 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Knowlton is $200,000, 29% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%
Housing Units36
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,413
83% above US avg
Effective Rate3.21%
In Knowlton, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.9%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep32.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits64.1%
Premature Death6,974/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access73.3%
Healthcare Facilities424
Knowlton has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.9 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall64.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,133 ft (345 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density71/sq mi
Coordinates44.7182°N, 89.6804°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55073
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.7-point margin. 49.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.7%
D 40.1%

Winner: Republican by 18.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density71/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities424
Restaurants329
Retail Stores428

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.6 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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