Luck, WI

Wisconsin

Luck is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,185. Residents earn $69,239 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,185 Population 602/sq mi density
$69,239 Median Income $36,574 per capita
$145,300 Home Value $301,960 Zillow
$867 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,239 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$145,300 home value, $867/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,239
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,300
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $867
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,185
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density602/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,239
Per Capita$36,574
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$2,185M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,300
Rent$867
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$301,960

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Elevation1,237 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+91.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute25 min
Libraries10

Is Luck a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Luck receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Luck stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Luck is $69,239, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Luck is $145,300, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Luck has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches, including 61.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Luck has a population of 1,185 with a density of 602 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 4.7% Hispanic.

Population

1,185
Total Population
602
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Luck vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Luck vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Luck is $69,239, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Luck vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,239
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,574
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$72,536

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,311
County GDP$2,185M

Business (County)

Restaurants136
Healthcare106
Retail164
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,702
63% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Luck is $145,300, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $867 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,960.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,300
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$301,960

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$867
25% 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-Occupied67.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,702
63% above US avg
Effective Rate3.92%
In Luck, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death7,642/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access65.3%
Healthcare Facilities106

Crime Rates: Luck vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Luck has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.9 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall61.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,237 ft (377 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density602/sq mi
Coordinates45.5768°N, 92.4625°W
County FIPS55095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.9%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
39% below US avg
High School+91.0%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density602/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants136
Retail Stores164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Work from Home4.9%

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