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Mercer, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Iron County County
Mercer, WI
At a Glance
How Mercer Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mercer's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mercer a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mercer residents earn a median household income of $51,528 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,936. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 228 business establishments, including 41 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mercer is $209,100 , 26% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $303,931. Median rent is $525/month, with 26.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Mercer reports 395 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 4% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,961/100K.
Education
16.1% of adults in Mercer hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below the national average). 93.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mercer has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.