Lake Mills, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Jefferson County County
Lake Mills, WI
At a Glance
How Lake Mills Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lake Mills's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lake Mills a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lake Mills residents earn a median household income of $87,039 , which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,944. The unemployment rate stands at 0.5% (86% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,344 business establishments, including 201 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lake Mills is $282,400 , 0% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $432,525. Median rent is $1,095/month, with 26.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1979.
Safety & Crime
Lake Mills reports 104 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 73% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 535/100K.
Education
45.0% of adults in Lake Mills hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above the national average). 96.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lake Mills has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.