Monticello, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Monticello is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,186. Residents earn $70,625 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,186 Population 997/sq mi density
$70,625 Median Income $37,606 per capita
$200,000 Home Value $335,808 Zillow
$822 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,625 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $822/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,625
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $822
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,186
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density997/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,625
Per Capita$37,606
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$2,497M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$822
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$335,808

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Elevation834 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+96.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute29 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Monticello a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Monticello receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Monticello stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Monticello is $70,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Monticello is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $822 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Monticello experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches, including 41.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Monticello has a population of 1,186 with a density of 997 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

1,186
Total Population
997
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Monticello vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Monticello vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Monticello is $70,625, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Monticello vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,625
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,606
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$74,781

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,156
County GDP$2,497M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare81
Retail143
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,464
85% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Monticello is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $822 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $335,808.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$335,808
Median List Price$241,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$241,950
$/Sq Ft$127
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio84.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$822
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,464
85% above US avg
Effective Rate3.23%
In Monticello, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death5,852/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities81

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Monticello has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall41.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation834 ft (254 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density997/sq mi
Coordinates42.7447°N, 89.5903°W
County FIPS55045
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.2%
D 49.5%

Winner: Democrat by 0.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
39% below US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density997/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants102
Retail Stores143

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Work from Home5.6%

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