Neillsville, WI

Wisconsin

Neillsville is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 2,314. Residents earn $58,239 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,314 Population 841/sq mi density
$58,239 Median Income $33,520 per capita
$111,300 Home Value $205,327 Zillow
$680 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
41 Violent Crime/100K 1,477 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,239 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,300 home value, $680/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
41 violent crimes/100K (89% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,239
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,300
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 41/100K
89% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $680
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,314
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density841/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,239
Per Capita$33,520
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$1,919M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,300
Rent$680
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$205,327

Crime

F
Violent41/100K
Property1,477/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault41/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Elevation1,063 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+87.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 29%
Commute20 min
EV Stations1
Libraries10

Is Neillsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Neillsville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Neillsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Neillsville is $58,239, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Neillsville is $111,300, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $680 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Neillsville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 41 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,477 per 100,000, 25% below the national average.

Education

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Neillsville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches, including 43.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Neillsville has a population of 2,314 with a density of 841 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

2,314
Total Population
841
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Neillsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Neillsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Neillsville is $58,239, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Neillsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,239
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,520
Avg Weekly Wage$964
IRS Avg AGI$67,108

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)956
County GDP$1,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare73
Retail109
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,947
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Neillsville is $111,300, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $680 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,327.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,300
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$205,327

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$680
42% 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-Occupied64.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,947
13% above US avg
Effective Rate3.55%
In Neillsville, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death7,843/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access34.9%
Healthcare Facilities73
Neillsville has a violent crime rate of 41 per 100,000 residents, 89% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,477 per 100,000 (25% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent41.0/100K
89% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault41.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,477.2/100K
25% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft1,477.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Neillsville has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall43.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,063 ft (324 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density841/sq mi
Coordinates44.5603°N, 90.5908°W
County FIPS55019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, 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 39-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%
D 29.4%

Winner: Republican by 39 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+87.5%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density841/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities73
Restaurants78
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Work from Home6.5%

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