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Montfort, WI

Wisconsin

Montfort is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 625. Residents earn $86,563 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
625 Population 1,116/sq mi density
$86,563 Median Income $35,173 per capita
$157,700 Home Value $242,070 Zillow
$925 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$86,563 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,700 home value, $925/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,563
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $157,700
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $925
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population625
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density1,116/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans12.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,563
Per Capita$35,173
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$2,999M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,700
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$242,070
Housing Units262
Rent Burden24.4%

Health

Obesity42.3%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking17.0%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,164 ft (355 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+97.8%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute30 min
Broadband93.7%
Libraries13

Is Montfort a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Montfort receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Montfort stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Montfort is $86,563, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Montfort is $157,700, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Montfort experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 42.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Montfort has a population of 625 with a density of 1,116 people per square mile. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

625
Total Population
1,116
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Montfort vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Montfort vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Montfort is $86,563, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Montfort vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,563
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,173
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$64,257

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,509
County GDP$2,999M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare102
Retail185
Manufacturing61

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Drive Alone75.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Montfort is $157,700, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $242,070.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,700
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$242,070

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$925
20% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.0%
Housing Units262
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Rate2.76%
In Montfort, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,369
Dentists1:2,229
Mental Health1:565
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits62.4%
Premature Death7,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access66.9%
Healthcare Facilities102
Montfort has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall42.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,164 ft (355 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,116/sq mi
Coordinates42.9699°N, 90.4333°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin. 93.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.6%
36% below US avg
High School+97.8%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,116/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.7%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants130
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Drive Alone75.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%

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