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Krakow, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Krakow is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 330. Residents earn $97,778 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
330 Population 292/sq mi density
$97,778 Median Income $40,803 per capita
$222,500 Home Value $333,445 Zillow
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$97,778 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$222,500 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,778
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $222,500
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population330
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density292/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans1.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,778
Per Capita$40,803
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$1,351M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$222,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$333,445
Housing Units143
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking15.7%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation782 ft (238 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+92.3%
Graduate+9.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute27 min
Broadband84.3%
Libraries6

Is Krakow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Krakow receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Krakow stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Krakow is $97,778, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Krakow is $222,500, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Krakow has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches, including 56.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Krakow has a population of 330 with a density of 292 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 3.9% Hispanic.

Population

330
Total Population
292
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Krakow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Krakow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Krakow is $97,778, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Krakow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,778
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,803
Avg Weekly Wage$898
IRS Avg AGI$71,461

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)932
County GDP$1,351M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare115
Retail98
Manufacturing49

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,861
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Krakow is $222,500, 21% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $333,445.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$222,500
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$333,445

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.3%
Housing Units143
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,861
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.18%
In Krakow, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits66.7%
Premature Death6,794/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access59.6%
Healthcare Facilities115
Krakow has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.1 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall56.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation782 ft (238 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density292/sq mi
Coordinates44.7585°N, 88.2611°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55083
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin. 84.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 28%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+92.3%
Graduate Degree+9.2%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density292/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.3%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities115
Restaurants100
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

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