Median Income
$52,750
30% lower than US avg
Home Value
$48,600
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.3%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$590
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.0%
11% lower than US avg
How Madison Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population943
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density1,626/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
B+
Median Income$52,750
Per Capita$42,280
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$1,975M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$48,600
Rent$590
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$129,596
Rent Burden13.9%
Health
Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Elevation1,143 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.3%
High School+89.4%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute23 min
Libraries5
Is Madison a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Madison receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Madison offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Madison is $52,750, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Madison is $48,600, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $590 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Madison enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Madison has a population of 943 with a density of 1,626 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 4.3% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.
Population
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Madison is $52,750, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,750 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $42,280 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $913 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,606 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.0% |
| 11% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 878 |
| County GDP | $1,975M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 106 |
| Healthcare | 111 |
| Retail | 126 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,833 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 9.94% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.8 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |
The median home value in Madison is $48,600, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $590 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $129,596.
Home Values
| Census Median | $48,600 |
| 83% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $129,596 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $590 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 13.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,833 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 9.94% |
In Madison, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Madison vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.6% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.7% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.0% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,547/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 111 |
Crime Rates: Madison vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Madison has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.7°F |
| 3% above US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.8 inches |
| 8% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,143 ft (348 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,626/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1336°N, 96.1372°W |
| County FIPS | 20111 |