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Mount Sterling, WI

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Mount Sterling is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 182. Residents earn $43,438 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
182 Population 127/sq mi density
$43,438 Median Income $24,148 per capita
$126,400 Home Value
$685 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$43,438 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$126,400 home value, $685/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,438
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $126,400
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $685
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.1%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population182
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density127/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans11.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,438
Per Capita$24,148
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$902M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$126,400
Rent$685
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units90
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking16.0%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,162 ft (354 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+99.2%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute21 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries3

Is Mount Sterling a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Sterling receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mount Sterling offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mount Sterling is $43,438, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Sterling is $126,400, 55% 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 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Sterling experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°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 37.7 inches, including 37.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Mount Sterling has a population of 182 with a density of 127 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%).

Population

182
Total Population
127
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Sterling vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mount Sterling vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Sterling is $43,438, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Mount Sterling vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,438
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,148
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$59,412

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.1%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)504
County GDP$902M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare36
Retail75
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,995
71% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Sterling is $126,400, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $685 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,400
55% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$685
41% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.3%
Housing Units90
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,995
71% above US avg
Effective Rate4.74%
In Mount Sterling, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.9%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,340
Dentists1:1,779
Mental Health1:839
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits63.1%
Premature Death6,916/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access54.0%
Healthcare Facilities36
Mount Sterling has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 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) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall37.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,162 ft (354 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density127/sq mi
Coordinates43.3162°N, 90.9292°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.8-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.3%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 13.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+99.2%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density127/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants57
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

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