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Minocqua, WI

Wisconsin

Minocqua is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 446. Residents earn $42,128 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
446 Population 619/sq mi density
$42,128 Median Income $65,746 per capita
$409,300 Home Value $397,844 Zillow
$683 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
403 Violent Crime/100K 1,949 property/100K
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$42,128 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.2 / 5.0
$409,300 home value, $683/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
403 violent crimes/100K (6% above avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,128
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $409,300
45% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 403/100K
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.5%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $683
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.1%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population446
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density619/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans2.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,128
Per Capita$65,746
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$2,432M
Commute10 min

Housing

F
Home Value$409,300
Rent$683
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$397,844
Housing Units476
Rent Burden23.8%

Crime

F
Violent403/100K
Property1,949/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault314/100K
Burglary246/100K

Health

Obesity31.9%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking11.5%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,590 ft (485 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.5%
High School+93.1%
Graduate+31.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute10 min
Broadband96.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Minocqua a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Minocqua receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Minocqua has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Minocqua is $42,128, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Minocqua is $409,300, 45% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $683 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 403 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,949 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Minocqua has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches, including 98.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Minocqua has a population of 446 with a density of 619 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%).

Population

446
Total Population
619
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Minocqua vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.8%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.2%
36% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Minocqua vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Minocqua is $42,128, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Minocqua vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,128
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$65,746
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$76,191

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,496
County GDP$2,432M

Business (County)

Restaurants197
Healthcare158
Retail221
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.0 min
Drive Alone94.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Minocqua is $409,300, 45% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $683 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $397,844.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$409,300
45% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$397,844

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$683
41% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied46.3%
Housing Units476
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Rate1.35%
In Minocqua, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 11.5% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.9%
1% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma11.4%
COPD4.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.5%
18% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits70.2%
Premature Death6,918/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities158
Minocqua has a violent crime rate of 403 per 100,000 residents, 6% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,949 per 100,000 (1% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent403.2/100K
6% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape67.2/100K
Robbery22.4/100K
Assault313.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,948.9/100K
1% below US avg
Burglary246.4/100K
Theft1,657.7/100K
Vehicle Theft44.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Minocqua has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall98.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,590 ft (485 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density619/sq mi
Coordinates45.8792°N, 89.7036°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55085
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.6-point margin. 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.2%
D 40.6%

Winner: Republican by 17.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.5%
15% below US avg
High School+93.1%
Graduate Degree+31.3%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density619/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities158
Restaurants197
Retail Stores221

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.0 min
Drive Alone94.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

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