Lake Wazeecha, WI

Wisconsin

Lake Wazeecha is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 2,722. Residents earn $90,074 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
2,722 Population 656/sq mi density
$90,074 Median Income $48,927 per capita
$198,400 Home Value
$569 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$90,074 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$198,400 home value, $569/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,074
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $198,400
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.5%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $569
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,722
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density656/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,074
Per Capita$48,927
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$5,836M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$198,400
Rent$569
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Elevation1,036 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.5%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute22 min
Libraries5

Is Lake Wazeecha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Wazeecha 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, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Lake Wazeecha 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 Wazeecha is $90,074, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Wazeecha is $198,400, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $569 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Wazeecha has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lake Wazeecha has a population of 2,722 with a density of 656 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%).

Population

2,722
Total Population
656
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Wazeecha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Wazeecha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Wazeecha is $90,074, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Lake Wazeecha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,074
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,927
Avg Weekly Wage$1,094
IRS Avg AGI$75,853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,939
County GDP$5,836M

Business (County)

Restaurants217
Healthcare230
Retail206
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Wazeecha is $198,400, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $569 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$198,400
30% below US avg
Median List Price$390,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$390,000
$/Sq Ft$114
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio103.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$569
51% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Effective Rate3.15%
In Lake Wazeecha, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.9%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death5,999/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access70.2%
Healthcare Facilities230

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Lake Wazeecha has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.4 inches
12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,036 ft (316 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.7 km²)
Population Density656/sq mi
Coordinates44.3709°N, 89.7492°W
County FIPS55097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.6%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 1.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.5%
18% below US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density656/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities230
Restaurants217
Retail Stores206

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Work from Home4.3%

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