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Mission, WI

Wisconsin

Mission is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 365. Residents earn $50,625 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
365 Population 652/sq mi density
$50,625 Median Income $22,885 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
$1,025 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$50,625 median income, 12.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $1,025/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,625
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.7%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,025
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.3%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.4%
244% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.2%
192% higher than US avg

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

People

Population365
Median Age29.4 yrs
Density652/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 7%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$50,625
Per Capita$22,885
Unemployment12.4%
Poverty36.2%
County GDP$1,372M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$1,025
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units70
Rent Burden20.8%

Health

Obesity46.3%
Uninsured12.5%
Smoking27.0%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation884 ft (269 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.7%
High School+87.7%
Graduate+13.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute20 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries2

Is Mission a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mission receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Mission offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mission is $50,625, 33% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 36.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mission is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,025 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.

Education

20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Mission has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches, including 43.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Mission has a population of 365 with a density of 652 people per square mile. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (86%), with 7.1% White, 1.6% Black.

Population

365
Total Population
652
People / sq mi
29.4yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Mission vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.6%
9% below US avg
Spanish28.4%
112% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mission vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mission is $50,625, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 36.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Mission vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,625
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,885
Avg Weekly Wage$971
IRS Avg AGI$59,373

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.4%
244% above US avg
Poverty Rate36.2%
192% above US avg
Establishments (County)488
County GDP$1,372M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare49
Retail56
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,761
65% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Mission is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,025 (12% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,025
12% below US avg
Rent Burden20.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.6%
Housing Units70
Median Year Built2002

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,761
65% above US avg
Effective Rate4.61%
In Mission, 46.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.5% of residents lack health insurance. 27.0% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 37.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.3%
44% above US avg
Diabetes16.7%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma14.9%
COPD8.6%
Cancer5.7%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.0%
93% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity37.8%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress19.1%
Short Sleep43.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.8%
Uninsured12.5%
45% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits51.9%
Premature Death9,145/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access39.6%
Healthcare Facilities49
Mission has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall43.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation884 ft (269 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density652/sq mi
Coordinates44.3454°N, 90.7631°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.5-point margin. 67.0% 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+20.7%
39% below US avg
High School+87.7%
Graduate Degree+13.0%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density652/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants61
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home8.9%

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