Lake Koshkonong, WI

Wisconsin

Lake Koshkonong is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 983. Residents earn $93,125 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
983 Population 70/sq mi density
$93,125 Median Income $58,498 per capita
$334,300 Home Value $187,005 Zillow
$1,167 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$93,125 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$334,300 home value, $1,167/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,125
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $334,300
19% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.6%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,167
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population983
Median Age56.6 yrs
Density70/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,125
Per Capita$58,498
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$6,423M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$334,300
Rent$1,167
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$187,005
Rent Burden23.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Elevation791 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.6%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute27 min
Libraries11

Is Lake Koshkonong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Koshkonong receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lake Koshkonong stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Koshkonong is $93,125, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 3.1% 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 Lake Koshkonong is $334,300, 19% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,167 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Koshkonong experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches, including 36.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lake Koshkonong has a population of 983 with a density of 70 people per square mile. The median age is 56.6 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

983
Total Population
70
People / sq mi
56.6yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
14.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Koshkonong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Koshkonong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Koshkonong is $93,125, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Lake Koshkonong vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,125
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,498
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$89,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,401
County GDP$6,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants337
Healthcare234
Retail366
Manufacturing188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Work from Home15.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Koshkonong is $334,300, 19% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,167 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,005.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$334,300
19% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$187,005

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$319
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio90.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,167
0% below US avg
Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Rate2.54%
In Lake Koshkonong, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lake Koshkonong vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma11.5%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Checkup Rate73.5%
Premature Death7,248/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities234

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Lake Koshkonong has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall36.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation791 ft (241 m)
Area14.1 sq mi (36.5 km²)
Population Density70/sq mi
Coordinates42.8605°N, 88.9401°W
County FIPS55127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.6%
15% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density70/sq mi
Total Area14.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities234
Restaurants337
Retail Stores366

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Work from Home15.9%

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