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Mount Calvary, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Mount Calvary is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 699. Residents earn $84,886 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
699 Population 659/sq mi density
$84,886 Median Income $39,220 per capita
$201,400 Home Value $338,741 Zillow
$685 Median Rent 18.1% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$84,886 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$201,400 home value, $685/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,886
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $201,400
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $685
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population699
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density659/mi²
Male / Female59% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,886
Per Capita$39,220
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$6,749M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$201,400
Rent$685
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$338,741
Housing Units266
Rent Burden18.1%

Health

Obesity42.1%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking14.3%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation919 ft (280 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+8.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute25 min
Broadband94.4%
Libraries7

Is Mount Calvary a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Calvary receives an overall livability score of 4.0 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. Mount Calvary stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mount Calvary is $84,886, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Calvary is $201,400, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $685 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Calvary has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Mount Calvary has a population of 699 with a density of 659 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%).

Population

699
Total Population
659
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.5%
Female 41.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Calvary vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mount Calvary vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Calvary is $84,886, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Mount Calvary vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,886
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,220
Avg Weekly Wage$1,120
IRS Avg AGI$77,525

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,535
County GDP$6,749M

Business (County)

Restaurants233
Healthcare241
Retail304
Manufacturing136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,030
72% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Calvary is $201,400, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $685 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $338,741.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$201,400
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$338,741

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$154
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.3%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$685
41% below US avg
Rent Burden18.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.9%
Housing Units266
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,030
72% above US avg
Effective Rate2.99%
In Mount Calvary, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mount Calvary vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep29.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,087
Dentists1:1,298
Mental Health1:568
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits68.3%
Premature Death7,377/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access79.1%
Healthcare Facilities241
Mount Calvary has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation919 ft (280 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density659/sq mi
Coordinates43.8238°N, 88.2411°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55039
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.7-point margin. 94.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 35.1%

Winner: Republican by 28.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.1%
43% below US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+8.2%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density659/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.4%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities241
Restaurants233
Retail Stores304

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

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