Livingston, WI

Wisconsin

Livingston is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 517. Residents earn $65,625 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
517 Population 497/sq mi density
$65,625 Median Income $31,719 per capita
$153,100 Home Value $243,531 Zillow
$675 Median Rent 25.3% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,625 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$153,100 home value, $675/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,625
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $153,100
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population517
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density497/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,625
Per Capita$31,719
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$2,999M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$153,100
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$243,531
Housing Units232
Rent Burden25.3%

Health

Obesity42.6%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking18.3%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,135 ft (346 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+94.1%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute26 min
Broadband82.7%
Libraries13

Is Livingston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Livingston receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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. Livingston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Livingston is $65,625, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Livingston is $153,100, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 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

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Livingston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 42.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Livingston has a population of 517 with a density of 497 people per square mile. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

517
Total Population
497
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Livingston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Livingston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Livingston is $65,625, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Livingston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,625
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,719
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$64,257

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,509
County GDP$2,999M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare102
Retail185
Manufacturing61

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Livingston is $153,100, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,531.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$153,100
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$243,531
Median List Price$271,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$271,450
$/Sq Ft$133
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden25.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.2%
Housing Units232
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Rate2.84%
In Livingston, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 32.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity32.6%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits60.6%
Premature Death7,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access66.9%
Healthcare Facilities102
Livingston has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 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) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall42.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,135 ft (346 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density497/sq mi
Coordinates42.9001°N, 90.4337°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin. 82.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+94.1%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density497/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.7%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants130
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.6%

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