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Minong, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Minong is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 662. Residents earn $29,427 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
662 Population 433/sq mi density
$29,427 Median Income $26,342 per capita
$88,800 Home Value $306,909 Zillow
$839 Median Rent 39.0% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$29,427 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,800 home value, $839/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,427
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,800
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $839
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.0%
174% higher than US avg

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

People

Population662
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density433/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$29,427
Per Capita$26,342
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty34.0%
County GDP$2,402M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,800
Rent$839
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$306,909
Housing Units341
Rent Burden39.0%

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking17.3%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,062 ft (324 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+89.4%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute12 min
Broadband71.7%
Libraries3

Is Minong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Minong receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Minong offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Minong is $29,427, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 34.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Minong is $88,800, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $839 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

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Minong has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Minong has a population of 662 with a density of 433 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 2.9% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

662
Total Population
433
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Minong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Minong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Minong is $29,427, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Minong vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,427
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,342
Avg Weekly Wage$1,016
IRS Avg AGI$67,532

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate34.0%
174% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,215
County GDP$2,402M

Business (County)

Restaurants156
Healthcare119
Retail151
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,924
41% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.5 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Minong is $88,800, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $839 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $306,909.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,800
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$306,909

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$839
28% below US avg
Rent Burden39.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.3%
Housing Units341
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,924
41% above US avg
Effective Rate5.55%
In Minong, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,018
Dentists1:1,635
Mental Health1:546
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits61.9%
Premature Death8,763/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities119
Minong has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,062 ft (324 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density433/sq mi
Coordinates46.0990°N, 91.8259°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55031
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.3-point margin. 71.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.6%
D 52%

Winner: Democrat by 5.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+89.4%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density433/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants156
Retail Stores151

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.5 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Nearby Cities

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