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Lac La Belle, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Lac La Belle is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 277. Residents earn $206,250 per year, which is 174% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
277 Population 250/sq mi density
$206,250 Median Income $125,465 per capita
$1,158,300 Home Value
$2,250 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$206,250 median income, 2.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$1,158,300 home value, $2,250/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
78.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $206,250
174% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,158,300
311% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 78.9%
134% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,250
93% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

How Lac La Belle Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population277
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density250/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$206,250
Per Capita$125,465
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$42,030M
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$1,158,300
Rent$2,250
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units119
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity31.7%
Uninsured5.0%
Smoking9.5%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation872 ft (266 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+78.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+35.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute27 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries16

Is Lac La Belle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lac La Belle receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Lac La Belle stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lac La Belle is $206,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 174% above $75,149. This places Lac La Belle among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 1.1% 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 Lac La Belle is $1,158,300, making it a premium housing market at 311% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,250 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Lac La Belle is a highly educated community — 78.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Lac La Belle experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches, including 39.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lac La Belle has a population of 277 with a density of 250 people per square mile. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%).

Population

277
Total Population
250
People / sq mi
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Lac La Belle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lac La Belle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lac La Belle is $206,250, which is 174% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Lac La Belle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$206,250
174% above US avg
Per Capita Income$125,465
Avg Weekly Wage$1,346
IRS Avg AGI$118,719

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,577
County GDP$42,030M

Business (County)

Restaurants875
Healthcare1,644
Retail1,242
Manufacturing838

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,421
112% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone52.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lac La Belle is $1,158,300, 311% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,250 (93% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,158,300
311% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,250
93% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.2%
Housing Units119
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,421
112% above US avg
Effective Rate0.64%
In Lac La Belle, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.0% of residents lack health insurance. 9.5% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 17.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lac La Belle vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD3.8%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.5%
32% below US avg
Binge Drinking25.0%
Physical Inactivity17.0%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress14.2%
Physical Distress9.7%
Short Sleep31.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.6%
Uninsured5.0%
42% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits75.0%
Premature Death5,179/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access97.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,644
Lac La Belle has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.8 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall39.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation872 ft (266 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density250/sq mi
Coordinates43.1455°N, 88.5173°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55133
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 78.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (134% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.8-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+78.9%
134% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+35.7%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density250/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities1,644
Restaurants875
Retail Stores1,242

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone52.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.1%

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