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Nelsonville, WI

Wisconsin

Nelsonville is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 197. Residents earn $66,750 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
197 Population 191/sq mi density
$66,750 Median Income $33,096 per capita
$157,800 Home Value
$875 Median Rent 22.3% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,750 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,800 home value, $875/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,750
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,800
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.6%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population197
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density191/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans2.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,750
Per Capita$33,096
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$5,836M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,800
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units77
Rent Burden22.3%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking14.0%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,082 ft (330 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.6%
High School+95.5%
Graduate+19.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute17 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries5

Is Nelsonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nelsonville receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Nelsonville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nelsonville is $66,750, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nelsonville is $157,800, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 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

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Nelsonville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches, including 49.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Nelsonville has a population of 197 with a density of 191 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%).

Population

197
Total Population
191
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Nelsonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nelsonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nelsonville is $66,750, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Nelsonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,750
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,096
Avg Weekly Wage$1,094
IRS Avg AGI$75,853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,939
County GDP$5,836M

Business (County)

Restaurants217
Healthcare230
Retail206
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Nelsonville is $157,800, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,800
44% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$206
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio89.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg
Rent Burden22.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.8%
Housing Units77
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Effective Rate3.96%
In Nelsonville, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits67.8%
Premature Death5,999/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access70.2%
Healthcare Facilities230
Nelsonville has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall49.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,082 ft (330 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density191/sq mi
Coordinates44.4902°N, 89.3035°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 39.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.2-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.6%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 1.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.6%
18% above US avg
High School+95.5%
Graduate Degree+19.8%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density191/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities230
Restaurants217
Retail Stores206

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

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