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Lake Tomahawk, WI

Wisconsin

Lake Tomahawk is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 193. Residents earn $49,167 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
193 Population 125/sq mi density
$49,167 Median Income $30,011 per capita
$195,300 Home Value $323,823 Zillow
$789 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$49,167 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$195,300 home value, $789/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,167
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $195,300
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $789
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 40.9%
230% higher than US avg

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

People

Population193
Median Age53.9 yrs
Density125/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans19.4%

Economy

C
Median Income$49,167
Per Capita$30,011
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty40.9%
County GDP$2,432M
Commute17 min

Housing

A
Home Value$195,300
Rent$789
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$323,823
Housing Units192
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity34.4%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking14.2%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,635 ft (498 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+8.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute17 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries3

Is Lake Tomahawk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Tomahawk receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lake Tomahawk offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Tomahawk is $49,167, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 40.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Tomahawk is $195,300, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Lake Tomahawk 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. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches, including 98.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lake Tomahawk has a population of 193 with a density of 125 people per square mile. The median age is 53.9 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%).

Population

193
Total Population
125
People / sq mi
53.9yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.2%
Female 64.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Tomahawk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.2%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.8%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Tomahawk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Tomahawk is $49,167, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 40.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Lake Tomahawk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,167
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,011
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$76,191

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate40.9%
230% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,496
County GDP$2,432M

Business (County)

Restaurants197
Healthcare158
Retail221
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Drive Alone52.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Tomahawk is $195,300, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,823.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,300
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$323,823

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$789
32% below 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-Occupied63.4%
Housing Units192
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Rate2.82%
In Lake Tomahawk, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.2% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits64.8%
Premature Death6,918/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities158
Lake Tomahawk has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall98.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,635 ft (498 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density125/sq mi
Coordinates45.8092°N, 89.5774°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55085
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.6-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.2%
D 40.6%

Winner: Republican by 17.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+8.6%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density125/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities158
Restaurants197
Retail Stores221

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Drive Alone52.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Nearby Cities

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