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Lime Ridge, WI

Wisconsin

Lime Ridge is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 201. Residents earn $108,214 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
201 Population 201/sq mi density
$108,214 Median Income $34,355 per capita
$137,500 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$108,214 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value, $750/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,214
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population201
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density201/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,214
Per Capita$34,355
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$1,004M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units72
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity41.2%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking18.0%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+80.0%
Graduate+0.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute40 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries3

Is Lime Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lime Ridge receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Lime Ridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lime Ridge is $108,214, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Lime Ridge among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lime Ridge is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lime Ridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 40.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lime Ridge has a population of 201 with a density of 201 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

201
Total Population
201
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lime Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lime Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lime Ridge is $108,214, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Lime Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,214
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,355
Avg Weekly Wage$900
IRS Avg AGI$62,197

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)542
County GDP$1,004M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare52
Retail57
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.7 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lime Ridge is $137,500, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%
Housing Units72
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Rate4.03%
In Lime Ridge, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lime Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.4%
Dental Visits58.7%
Premature Death7,313/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access43.3%
Healthcare Facilities52
Lime Ridge has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall40.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density201/sq mi
Coordinates43.4676°N, 90.1577°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.1-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56%
D 42.8%

Winner: Republican by 13.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+80.0%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density201/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants35
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.7 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

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