Wisconsin
Lac du Flambeau is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,619. Residents earn $34,844 per year, which is 54% below the national average.
Based on current data, Lac du Flambeau receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lac du Flambeau offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Lac du Flambeau is $34,844, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 34.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Lac du Flambeau is $87,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $546 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Lac du Flambeau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches, including 98.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 98.0% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.0% |
| 85% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $34,844 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $18,786 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,036 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,191 |
| Unemployment | 5.5% |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 34.5% |
| 178% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,496 |
| County GDP | $2,432M |
| Restaurants | 197 |
| Healthcare | 158 |
| Retail | 221 |
| Manufacturing | 53 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,510 |
| 57% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.30% |
| Commute Time | 10.8 min |
| Work from Home | 28.8% |
| Census Median | $87,500 |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $444,083 |
| Census Median Rent | $546 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,510 |
| 57% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 6.30% |
| Obesity | 44.9% |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.1% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 14.2% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.3% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 79.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 6,918/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 71.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 158 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 39.5°F |
| 27% below US avg | |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 33.8 inches |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 98.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,588 ft (484 m) |
| Area | 5.0 sq mi (12.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 327/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.9623°N, 89.8969°W |
| County FIPS | 55085 |
Winner: Republican by 17.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.1% |
| 58% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.81 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 327/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.0 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 158 |
| Restaurants | 197 |
| Retail Stores | 221 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 10.8 min |
| Work from Home | 28.8% |