Milltown, WI

Wisconsin

Milltown is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 817. Residents earn $37,500 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
817 Population 451/sq mi density
$37,500 Median Income $29,608 per capita
$114,200 Home Value $276,540 Zillow
$672 Median Rent 30.1% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$37,500 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,200 home value, $672/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,500
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,200
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $672
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.7%
43% higher than US avg

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

People

Population817
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density451/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$37,500
Per Capita$29,608
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty17.7%
County GDP$2,185M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,200
Rent$672
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$276,540
Rent Burden30.1%

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Elevation1,227 ft (374 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+92.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute24 min
Broadband71.6%
Libraries10

Is Milltown a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Milltown is $37,500, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 17.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Milltown is $114,200, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $672 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Milltown has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches, including 61.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Milltown has a population of 817 with a density of 451 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 8.1% Hispanic.

Population

817
Total Population
451
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Milltown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Milltown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milltown is $37,500, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Milltown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,500
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,608
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$72,536

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.7%
43% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,311
County GDP$2,185M

Business (County)

Restaurants136
Healthcare106
Retail164
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,702
63% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Milltown is $114,200, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $672 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $276,540.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,200
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$276,540

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$672
42% below US avg
Rent Burden30.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,702
63% above US avg
Effective Rate4.99%
In Milltown, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death7,642/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access65.3%
Healthcare Facilities106
Milltown has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.9 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall61.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,227 ft (374 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density451/sq mi
Coordinates45.5211°N, 92.4985°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 71.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.9%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+92.4%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density451/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.6%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants136
Retail Stores164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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