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Montreal, WI

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Montreal is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 800. Residents earn $66,750 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
800 Population 360/sq mi density
$66,750 Median Income $36,315 per capita
$98,400 Home Value $126,718 Zillow
$738 Median Rent 24.3% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$66,750 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,400 home value, $738/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,750
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,400
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.6%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population800
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density360/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,750
Per Capita$36,315
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$235M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,400
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$126,718
Housing Units464
Rent Burden24.3%

Health

Obesity35.6%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking17.0%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,498 ft (457 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.6%
High School+96.4%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute19 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries2

Is Montreal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Montreal receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Montreal stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Montreal is $66,750, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Montreal is $98,400, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Montreal has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches, including 155.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Montreal has a population of 800 with a density of 360 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

800
Total Population
360
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Montreal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Montreal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Montreal is $66,750, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Montreal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,750
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,315
Avg Weekly Wage$779
IRS Avg AGI$60,358

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)228
County GDP$235M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare16
Retail24
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,800
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Montreal is $98,400, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $126,718.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,400
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$126,718

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% below US avg
Rent Burden24.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.5%
Housing Units464
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,800
37% above US avg
Effective Rate4.88%
In Montreal, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep31.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.8%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.7%
Dental Visits63.4%
Premature Death5,870/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access47.1%
Healthcare Facilities16
Montreal has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.4°F
25% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall155.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,498 ft (457 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density360/sq mi
Coordinates46.4332°N, 90.2419°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.2-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.7%
D 36.5%

Winner: Republican by 26.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.6%
21% below US avg
High School+96.4%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density360/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants41
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

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