Lake Nebagamon, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Lake Nebagamon is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 891. Residents earn $75,341 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
891 Population 71/sq mi density
$75,341 Median Income $42,483 per capita
$278,300 Home Value $330,717 Zillow
$817 Median Rent 33.7% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,341 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$278,300 home value, $817/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,341
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $278,300
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.5%
8% higher than US avg
Median Rent $817
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population891
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density71/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans12.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,341
Per Capita$42,483
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$2,402M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$278,300
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$330,717
Housing Units752
Rent Burden33.7%

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking14.0%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,154 ft (352 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.5%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+15.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute37 min
Broadband93.6%
Libraries3

Is Lake Nebagamon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Nebagamon receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Lake Nebagamon 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 Nebagamon is $75,341, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Nebagamon is $278,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Nebagamon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lake Nebagamon has a population of 891 with a density of 71 people per square mile. The median age is 51.9 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%).

Population

891
Total Population
71
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
12.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Nebagamon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Nebagamon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Nebagamon is $75,341, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Lake Nebagamon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,341
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,483
Avg Weekly Wage$1,016
IRS Avg AGI$67,532

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,215
County GDP$2,402M

Business (County)

Restaurants156
Healthcare119
Retail151
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,924
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.6 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Nebagamon is $278,300, 1% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $330,717.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$278,300
1% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$330,717

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below US avg
Rent Burden33.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.7%
Housing Units752
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,924
41% above US avg
Effective Rate1.77%
In Lake Nebagamon, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits68.2%
Premature Death8,763/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities119
Lake Nebagamon has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,154 ft (352 m)
Area12.5 sq mi (32.4 km²)
Population Density71/sq mi
Coordinates46.4977°N, 91.7044°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55031
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 36.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.3-point margin. 93.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.6%
D 52%

Winner: Democrat by 5.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.5%
8% above US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+15.8%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density71/sq mi
Total Area12.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants156
Retail Stores151

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.6 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

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