Little Round Lake, WI

Wisconsin

Little Round Lake is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,233. Residents earn $35,380 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,233 Population 137/sq mi density
$35,380 Median Income $15,903 per capita
$82,900 Home Value
$364 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$35,380 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,900 home value, $364/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,380
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,900
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $364
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.7%
196% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,233
Median Age25.9 yrs
Density137/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 6%

Economy

C
Median Income$35,380
Per Capita$15,903
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty36.7%
County GDP$966M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,900
Rent$364
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Elevation1,352 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+89.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute18 min
Libraries3

Is Little Round Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Little Round Lake receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Little Round Lake has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Little Round Lake is $35,380, 53% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 36.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Little Round Lake is $82,900, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $364 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

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Little Round Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches, including 67.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Little Round Lake has a population of 1,233 with a density of 137 people per square mile. The median age is 25.9 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (85.6%), with 6% White.

Population

1,233
Total Population
137
People / sq mi
25.9yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
9.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Little Round Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Little Round Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Little Round Lake is $35,380, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 36.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Little Round Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,380
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,903
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$69,423

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate36.7%
196% above US avg
Establishments (County)701
County GDP$966M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare53
Retail99
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,486
57% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Little Round Lake is $82,900, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $364 (69% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,900
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$364
69% 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-Occupied20.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,486
57% above US avg
Effective Rate6.62%
In Little Round Lake, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 37.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes16.5%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma14.8%
COPD9.0%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity37.4%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress19.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death11,331/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access66.8%
Healthcare Facilities53

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Little Round Lake has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall67.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,352 ft (412 m)
Area9.0 sq mi (23.3 km²)
Population Density137/sq mi
Coordinates45.9694°N, 91.3689°W
County FIPS55113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.7%
D 41.4%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+89.9%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density137/sq mi
Total Area9.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants110
Retail Stores99

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Work from Home7.9%

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