Lynxville, WI — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $64,375

14% lower than US avg

Home Value $131,300

53% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 2.1%

94% lower than US avg

Median Rent $781

33% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.9%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.2%

50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population115

Median Age61.3 yrs

Density83/mi²

Male / Female55% / 45%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans12.5%

Economy

Median Income$64,375

Per Capita$34,542

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty6.2%

County GDP$780M

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$131,300

Rent$781

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units110

Rent Burden21.9%

Health

Obesity38.9%

Uninsured7.9%

Smoking16.2%

Depression27.2%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain36.5 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation952 ft (290 m)

Education

Bachelor's+2.1%

High School+91.5%

Graduate+2.0%

School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%

Commute25 min

Broadband57.0%

Libraries6

Is Lynxville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lynxville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Lynxville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lynxville is $64,375, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.2% 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 Lynxville is $131,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $781 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lynxville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches, including 35.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lynxville has a population of 115 with a density of 83 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 61.3 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.2% female and 54.8% male. The city is predominantly White (98.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.1% of residents. 12.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 98.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

115

Total Population

People / sq mi

61.3yrs

Median Age

58% above US avg

1.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%

Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lynxville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	95.1%
	21% above US avg
Spanish	4.9%
	63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lynxville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lynxville is $64,375, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,542 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $881, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 472 business establishments, including 36 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 2.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lynxville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$64,375
	14% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$34,542
Avg Weekly Wage	$881
IRS Avg AGI	$64,956

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	6.2%
	50% below US avg
Establishments (County)	472
County GDP	$780M

Business (County)

Restaurants	36
Healthcare	30
Retail	63
Manufacturing	25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,042
	13% below US avg
Cost of Living	94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.2 min
Drive Alone	86.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lynxville is $131,300, 53% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $781 (33% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $872 for a one-bedroom to $1,097 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 110 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. The average annual property tax is $3,042. 21.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$131,300
	53% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$781
	33% below US avg
Rent Burden	21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	78.9%
Housing Units	110
Median Year Built	1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,042
	13% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.32%

In Lynxville, 38.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 29.9% have high blood pressure. 16.2% are current smokers. 23.7% report binge drinking. 26.6% are physically inactive. 27.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.7% experience frequent mental distress. 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,741. The dentist ratio is 1:2,792. 55.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.7 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.9%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	9.5%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	29.9%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	5.9%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.2%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	23.7%
Physical Inactivity	26.6%
Depression	27.2%
Mental Distress	18.7%
Physical Distress	12.9%
Short Sleep	34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.5%
Uninsured	7.9%
	8% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,741
Dentists	1:2,792
Mental Health	1:3,519
Checkup Rate	75.5%
Dental Visits	66.4%
Premature Death	6,990/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.7/10
Exercise Access	55.6%
Healthcare Facilities	30

Lynxville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches. The area receives 35.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 952 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	47.4°F
	12% below US avg
January Average	18°F (-8°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	36.5 inches
	4% below US avg
Snowfall	35.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	952 ft (290 m)
Area	1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density	83/sq mi
Coordinates	43.2527°N, 91.0494°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Allamakee County County
County FIPS	19005

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	18°F (-8°C)	1.1 in	Coldest, Driest
February	22°F (-6°C)	1.1 in
March	34°F (1°C)	2.0 in
April	47°F (8°C)	3.2 in
May	59°F (15°C)	3.3 in
June	68°F (20°C)	4.0 in	Wettest
July	73°F (23°C)	3.5 in	Warmest
August	70°F (21°C)	4.0 in
September	62°F (17°C)	3.5 in
October	50°F (10°C)	2.2 in
November	35°F (2°C)	2.3 in
December	22°F (-6°C)	1.6 in

Lynxville has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F — from 18°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.0") and January the driest (1.1").

Lynxville is located in Allamakee County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 2.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 94% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 66.5% of the vote, a 34.3-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 30 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 86.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%

D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	2.1%
	94% below US avg
High School+	91.5%
Graduate Degree+	2.0%
School Test Score	5.81

F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	83/sq mi
Total Area	1.4 sq mi
County	Allamakee County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	57.0%
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	30
Restaurants	36
Retail Stores	63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.2 min
Drive Alone	86.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.2%

Frequently Asked Questions About Lynxville

What is the population of Lynxville?

Lynxville has a population of 115 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 83 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 61.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.2% female and 54.8% male.

Is Lynxville expensive to live in?

Lynxville is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $64,375, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $131,300 (53% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $781 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Lynxville?

Lynxville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.5 inches, with 35.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Lynxville?

The job market in Lynxville is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $881. There are 472 business establishments in the area, including 36 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 2.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lynxville?

The median home value in Lynxville is $131,300. For renters, the median monthly rent is $781. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $3,042.

How are the schools in Lynxville?

Schools in Lynxville score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 2.1% of adults in Lynxville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lynxville?

The obesity rate in Lynxville is 38.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.2% of adults are smokers. 26.6% are physically inactive. 27.2% of residents report depression. 7.9% lack health insurance. 55.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,741.

What is transportation like in Lynxville?

The average commute in Lynxville is 25 minutes. 86.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lynxville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lynxville is 98.3% White. 95.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.9% speak Spanish. 12.5% of the population are military veterans. 16.0% of residents have a disability. 98.5% have health insurance coverage.

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