Wisconsin
Mauston is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 4,280. Residents earn $60,174 per year, which is 20% below the national average.
Based on current data, Mauston receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Mauston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Mauston is $60,174, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Mauston is $135,600, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 403 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,263 per 100,000, near the national average.
18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Mauston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches, including 46.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 95.1% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.9% |
| 63% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $60,174 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,264 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $998 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,403 |
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.7% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 736 |
| County GDP | $1,233M |
| Restaurants | 83 |
| Healthcare | 49 |
| Retail | 81 |
| Manufacturing | 48 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,068 |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.74% |
| Commute Time | 24.0 min |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |
| Census Median | $135,600 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $251,685 |
| Census Median Rent | $830 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,068 |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.74% |
| Obesity | 43.2% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.1% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.6% |
| Depression | 26.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,839/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 52.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 49 |
| Total Violent | 403.2/100K |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 44.8/100K |
| Robbery | 22.4/100K |
| Assault | 336.0/100K |
| Total Property | 2,262.5/100K |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 403.2/100K |
| Theft | 1,724.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 134.4/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 45.8°F |
| 15% below US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 36.3 inches |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 46.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 875 ft (267 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 957/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8000°N, 90.0796°W |
| County FIPS | 55057 |
Winner: Republican by 32.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.2% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.81 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 957/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 49 |
| Restaurants | 83 |
| Retail Stores | 81 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 24.0 min |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |