Milton, WI

Wisconsin

Milton is a small city in Wisconsin with a population of 5,685. Residents earn $84,648 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
5,685 Population 1,207/sq mi density
$84,648 Median Income $37,261 per capita
$210,500 Home Value $340,320 Zillow
$940 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
180 Violent Crime/100K 1,096 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$84,648 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$210,500 home value, $940/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
180 violent crimes/100K (53% below avg)
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,648
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $210,500
25% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 180/100K
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.4%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $940
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,685
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density1,207/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,648
Per Capita$37,261
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$6,423M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$210,500
Rent$940
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$340,320

Crime

F
Violent180/100K
Property1,096/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault126/100K
Burglary216/100K

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Elevation875 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.4%
High School+96.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute27 min
Libraries11

Is Milton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Milton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Milton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Milton is $84,648, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Milton is $210,500, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $940 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Milton is below the national average at 180 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,096 per 100,000, 44% below the national average.

Education

32.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Milton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches, including 36.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Milton has a population of 5,685 with a density of 1,207 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

5,685
Total Population
1,207
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Milton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.0%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Milton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milton is $84,648, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Milton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,648
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,261
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$89,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,401
County GDP$6,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants337
Healthcare234
Retail366
Manufacturing188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Milton is $210,500, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $940 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $340,320.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,500
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$340,320
Median List Price$474,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$474,900
$/Sq Ft$164
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio100.5%
Price Drops6.9%
Inventory29

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$940
19% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Rate4.03%
In Milton, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death7,248/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities234
Milton has a violent crime rate of 180 per 100,000 residents, 53% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,096 per 100,000 (44% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Milton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent179.6/100K
53% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape18.0/100K
Robbery35.9/100K
Assault125.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,095.6/100K
44% below US avg
Burglary215.5/100K
Theft844.1/100K
Vehicle Theft35.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Milton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall36.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation875 ft (267 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.2 km²)
Population Density1,207/sq mi
Coordinates42.7747°N, 88.9400°W
County FIPS55127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 32.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.4%
4% below US avg
High School+96.4%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,207/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities234
Restaurants337
Retail Stores366

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Work from Home6.0%

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