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Lena, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Lena is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 536. Residents earn $57,917 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
536 Population 506/sq mi density
$57,917 Median Income $30,456 per capita
$132,900 Home Value $289,305 Zillow
$637 Median Rent 20.9% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$57,917 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$132,900 home value, $637/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,917
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $132,900
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $637
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population536
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density506/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$57,917
Per Capita$30,456
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$1,351M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$132,900
Rent$637
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$289,305
Housing Units285
Rent Burden20.9%

Health

Obesity42.1%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking16.1%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation714 ft (218 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+96.1%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute17 min
Broadband81.8%
Libraries6

Is Lena a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lena receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lena offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lena is $57,917, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lena is $132,900, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $637 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lena has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches, including 56.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lena has a population of 536 with a density of 506 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 7.1% Hispanic.

Population

536
Total Population
506
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.1%
Female 40.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lena vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lena vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lena is $57,917, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Lena vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,917
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,456
Avg Weekly Wage$898
IRS Avg AGI$71,461

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)932
County GDP$1,351M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare115
Retail98
Manufacturing49

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,861
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.6 min
Drive Alone52.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Lena is $132,900, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $637 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,305.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,900
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$289,305

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$85
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$637
45% below US avg
Rent Burden20.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.4%
Housing Units285
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,861
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.66%
In Lena, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lena vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep33.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits65.6%
Premature Death6,794/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access59.6%
Healthcare Facilities115
Lena has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.1 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall56.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation714 ft (218 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density506/sq mi
Coordinates44.9530°N, 88.0473°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55083
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin. 81.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 28%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+96.1%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density506/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.8%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities115
Restaurants100
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.6 min
Drive Alone52.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.8%

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