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Neosho, WI

Wisconsin

Neosho is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 606. Residents earn $79,375 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
606 Population 1,143/sq mi density
$79,375 Median Income $42,576 per capita
$238,300 Home Value $444,176 Zillow
$839 Median Rent 19.6% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 261 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
$79,375 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$238,300 home value, $839/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,375
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $238,300
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $839
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population606
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density1,143/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,375
Per Capita$42,576
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$5,048M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$238,300
Rent$839
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$444,176
Housing Units307
Rent Burden19.6%

Health

Obesity41.7%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking14.5%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation869 ft (265 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute32 min
Broadband80.3%
Libraries13

Is Neosho a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Neosho receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Neosho stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Neosho is $79,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Neosho is $238,300, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $839 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Neosho experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Neosho has a population of 606 with a density of 1,143 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

606
Total Population
1,143
People / sq mi
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Neosho vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Neosho vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Neosho is $79,375, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Neosho vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,375
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,576
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145
IRS Avg AGI$69,992

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,002
County GDP$5,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants166
Healthcare170
Retail208
Manufacturing138

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,187
48% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Neosho is $238,300, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $839 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $444,176.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$238,300
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$444,176

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$839
28% below US avg
Rent Burden19.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.5%
Housing Units307
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,187
48% above US avg
Effective Rate2.18%
In Neosho, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,751
Dentists1:2,943
Mental Health1:741
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits65.7%
Premature Death7,421/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access71.3%
Healthcare Facilities170
Neosho has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average19°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation869 ft (265 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,143/sq mi
Coordinates43.3071°N, 88.5212°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.9-point margin. 80.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.8%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,143/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.3%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants166
Retail Stores208

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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