Median Income $49,375

34% lower than US avg

Home Value $120,500

57% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 8.2%

76% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.7%

30% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.7%

58% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.3%

25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population108

Median Age57.5 yrs

Density104/mi²

Male / Female54% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans6.9%

Economy

Median Income$49,375

Per Capita$29,463

Unemployment5.7%

Poverty9.3%

County GDP$1,372M

Commute31 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$120,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units69

Rent Burden26.4%

Health

Obesity41.7%

Uninsured10.5%

Smoking21.2%

Depression27.5%

Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain35.2 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation915 ft (279 m)

Education

Bachelor's+8.2%

High School+93.8%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%

Commute31 min

Broadband56.0%

Libraries2

Is Millston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Millston receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Millston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Millston is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Millston is $120,500, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Millston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches, including 47.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Millston has a population of 108 with a density of 104 people per square mile. The median age is 57.5 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

108

Total Population

104

People / sq mi

57.5yrs

Median Age

48% above US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%

Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Millston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	95.7%
	22% above US avg
Spanish	4.3%
	68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Millston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Millston is $49,375, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Millston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$49,375
	34% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$29,463
Avg Weekly Wage	$971
IRS Avg AGI	$59,373

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.7%
	58% above US avg
Poverty Rate	9.3%
	25% below US avg
Establishments (County)	488
County GDP	$1,372M

Business (County)

Restaurants	61
Healthcare	49
Retail	56
Manufacturing	23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,761
	65% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	31.2 min
Drive Alone	89.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Millston is $120,500, 57% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$120,500
	57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	26.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	89.3%
Housing Units	69
Median Year Built	1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,761
	65% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.78%

In Millston, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 21.2% are current smokers. 27.5% report depression. 33.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.7%
	30% above US avg
Diabetes	11.5%
Heart Disease	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	33.1%
Asthma	12.4%
COPD	8.3%
Cancer	6.9%
Stroke	3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.2%
	51% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.0%
Physical Inactivity	33.2%
Depression	27.5%
Mental Distress	20.5%
Physical Distress	15.8%
Short Sleep	39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.0%
Uninsured	10.5%
	22% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,112
Dentists	1:1,603
Mental Health	1:579
Checkup Rate	74.0%
Dental Visits	52.9%
Premature Death	9,145/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.7/10
Exercise Access	39.6%
Healthcare Facilities	49

Millston has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	43.9°F
	19% below US avg
January Average	15°F (-10°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	35.2 inches
	7% below US avg
Snowfall	47.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	915 ft (279 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density	104/sq mi
Coordinates	44.1893°N, 90.6457°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	55053

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.5-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.1%

D 39.6%

Winner: Republican by 19.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	8.2%
	76% below US avg
High School+	93.8%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.81

D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	104/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	56.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	49
Restaurants	61
Retail Stores	56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	31.2 min
Drive Alone	89.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.1%

Millston, WI

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Millston a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Millston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Millston vs U.S. Average

Income: Millston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities