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Monroe, WI
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Monroe, WI
At a Glance
How Monroe Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Monroe's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Monroe a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Monroe residents earn a median household income of $67,621 , which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,881. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,156 business establishments, including 102 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Monroe is $184,400 , 35% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $273,053. Median rent is $844/month, with 22.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Monroe reports 66 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 83% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,167/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
25.2% of adults in Monroe hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below the national average). 92.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Monroe has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.