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Melvina, WI

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Melvina is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 83. Residents earn $71,500 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
83 Population 169/sq mi density
$71,500 Median Income $42,036 per capita
$135,000 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,000 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,500
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,000
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population83
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density169/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans61.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,500
Per Capita$42,036
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,006M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units42
Rent Burden25.0%

Health

Obesity42.1%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking15.9%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,042 ft (318 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+85.5%
Graduate+5.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute19 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries6

Is Melvina a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Melvina receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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. Melvina offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Melvina is $71,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Melvina is $135,000, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Melvina has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Melvina has a population of 83 with a density of 169 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

83
Total Population
169
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41%
Female 59%

Race & Ethnicity

Melvina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Melvina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Melvina is $71,500, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Melvina vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,500
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,036
Avg Weekly Wage$1,035
IRS Avg AGI$65,112

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,335
County GDP$3,006M

Business (County)

Restaurants124
Healthcare92
Retail135
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,984
42% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Melvina is $135,000, 52% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,000
52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.3%
Housing Units42
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,984
42% above US avg
Effective Rate3.69%
In Melvina, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep32.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,593
Dentists1:1,537
Mental Health1:398
Checkup Rate73.6%
Dental Visits62.1%
Premature Death7,458/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities92
Melvina has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,042 ft (318 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density169/sq mi
Coordinates43.8024°N, 90.7815°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.1-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 36.3%

Winner: Republican by 26.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+85.5%
Graduate Degree+5.6%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density169/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities92
Restaurants124
Retail Stores135

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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