Nekoosa, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Portage County County
Nekoosa, WI
At a Glance
How Nekoosa Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Nekoosa's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Nekoosa a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Nekoosa residents earn a median household income of $43,026 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,518. The unemployment rate stands at 5.7% (58% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,939 business establishments, including 217 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Nekoosa is $112,900 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $276,853. Median rent is $660/month, with 27.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.
Safety & Crime
Nekoosa reports 334 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 167/100K.
Education
8.0% of adults in Nekoosa hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below the national average). 83.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Nekoosa has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches.