Lowell, WI

Wisconsin

Lowell is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 263. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
263 Population 266/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $36,930 per capita
$161,900 Home Value
$638 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
45°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
4.2 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,900 home value, $638/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $161,900
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $638
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population263
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density266/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$36,930
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$5,048M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,900
Rent$638
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units158
Rent Burden23.3%

Health

Obesity41.3%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking14.3%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation830 ft (253 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+88.0%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute33 min
Broadband79.3%
Libraries13

Is Lowell a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lowell is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lowell is $161,900, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $638 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lowell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches, including 43.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lowell has a population of 263 with a density of 266 people per square mile. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.2%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

263
Total Population
266
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.2%
Female 41.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lowell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lowell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lowell is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Lowell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,930
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145
IRS Avg AGI$69,992

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,002
County GDP$5,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants166
Healthcare170
Retail208
Manufacturing138

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,187
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lowell is $161,900, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $638 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,900
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$638
45% below US avg
Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.3%
Housing Units158
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,187
48% above US avg
Effective Rate3.20%
In Lowell, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits67.6%
Premature Death7,421/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access71.3%
Healthcare Facilities170
Lowell has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.3 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) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall43.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation830 ft (253 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density266/sq mi
Coordinates43.3336°N, 88.8137°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.9-point margin. 79.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.8%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+88.0%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density266/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.3%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants166
Retail Stores208

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home9.0%

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