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Marengo, WI

Wisconsin · Ashland County

Marengo is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 142. Residents earn $55,833 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
142 Population 135/sq mi density
$55,833 Median Income $27,511 per capita
$118,800 Home Value $209,887 Zillow
$734 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,833 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,800 home value, $734/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,833
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,800
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $734
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population142
Median Age27.7 yrs
Density135/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,833
Per Capita$27,511
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$929M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,800
Rent$734
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$209,887
Housing Units64
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity41.7%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking18.6%
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation753 ft (230 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+95.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute26 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries3

Is Marengo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marengo receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Marengo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marengo is $55,833, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.4% 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 Marengo is $118,800, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $734 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

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Marengo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches, including 102.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Marengo has a population of 142 with a density of 135 people per square mile. The median age is 27.7 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.3%), with 12.7% Hispanic.

Population

142
Total Population
135
People / sq mi
27.7yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Marengo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marengo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marengo is $55,833, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Marengo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,833
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,511
Avg Weekly Wage$963
IRS Avg AGI$58,769

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)627
County GDP$929M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare56
Retail89
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,239
50% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Marengo is $118,800, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $734 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $209,887.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,800
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$209,887

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$734
37% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.2%
Housing Units64
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,239
50% above US avg
Effective Rate4.41%
In Marengo, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.6% are current smokers. 27.7% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Primary Care1:575
Dentists1:1,458
Mental Health1:244
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits64.3%
Premature Death12,410/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access68.6%
Healthcare Facilities56
Marengo has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-11°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.4°F
25% below US avg
January Average11°F (-11°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall102.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation753 ft (230 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density135/sq mi
Coordinates46.4219°N, 90.8081°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyAshland County County
County FIPS55003
Marengo is located in Ashland County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.7-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.9%
D 51.6%

Winner: Democrat by 4.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+95.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density135/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi
CountyAshland County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants66
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

Nearby Cities

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