Linden, WI

Wisconsin

Linden is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 539. Residents earn $61,406 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
539 Population 691/sq mi density
$61,406 Median Income $35,773 per capita
$161,100 Home Value
$446 Median Rent 24.6% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$61,406 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,100 home value, $446/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,406
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $161,100
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $446
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population539
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density691/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans13.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,406
Per Capita$35,773
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$932M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,100
Rent$446
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units241
Rent Burden24.6%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking15.8%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute29 min
Broadband86.5%
Libraries7

Is Linden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Linden receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Linden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Linden is $61,406, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Linden is $161,100, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $446 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Linden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°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 39.6 inches, including 41.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Linden has a population of 539 with a density of 691 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

539
Total Population
691
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Linden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Linden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Linden is $61,406, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Linden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,406
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,773
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$62,765

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)510
County GDP$932M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare20
Retail42
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,400
26% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Linden is $161,100, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $446 (62% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,100
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$446
62% below US avg
Rent Burden24.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.1%
Housing Units241
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,400
26% above US avg
Effective Rate2.73%
In Linden, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.4%
Dental Visits62.9%
Premature Death7,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access47.6%
Healthcare Facilities20
Linden has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall41.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density691/sq mi
Coordinates42.9186°N, 90.2742°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.2-point margin. 86.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.5%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 20.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density691/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.5%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants34
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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