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Lewis, WI

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Lewis is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 176. Residents earn $123,750 per year, which is 65% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
176 Population 120/sq mi density
$123,750 Median Income $60,114 per capita
$179,500 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$123,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$179,500 home value
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $123,750
65% higher than US avg
Home Value $179,500
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.8%
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population176
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density120/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$123,750
Per Capita$60,114
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$751M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units111
Rent Burden25.5%

Health

Obesity32.9%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking14.3%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.8%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+14.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute35 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries2

Is Lewis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lewis receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Lewis stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lewis is $123,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 65% above $75,149. This places Lewis among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lewis is $179,500, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lewis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches, including 61.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lewis has a population of 176 with a density of 120 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.8%), with 15.3% Black.

Population

176
Total Population
120
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%
Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lewis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lewis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lewis is $123,750, which is 65% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Lewis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$123,750
65% above US avg
Per Capita Income$60,114
Avg Weekly Wage$852
IRS Avg AGI$66,474

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)469
County GDP$751M

Business (County)

Restaurants69
Healthcare33
Retail64
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,647
33% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.6 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lewis is $179,500, 36% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,500
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units111
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,647
33% above US avg
Effective Rate2.59%
In Lewis, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep27.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Checkup Rate67.2%
Dental Visits58.3%
Premature Death8,122/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access64.8%
Healthcare Facilities33
Lewis has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.9 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.9 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall61.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density120/sq mi
Coordinates45.7219°N, 92.3922°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 48.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.9%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.8%
45% above US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+14.3%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density120/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants69
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.6 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

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