New Auburn, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

New Auburn is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 550. Residents earn $67,981 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
550 Population 161/sq mi density
$67,981 Median Income $27,391 per capita
$164,400 Home Value $325,351 Zillow
$1,010 Median Rent 36.9% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$67,981 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$164,400 home value, $1,010/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,981
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $164,400
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,010
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population550
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density161/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,981
Per Capita$27,391
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$3,854M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$164,400
Rent$1,010
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$325,351
Rent Burden36.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Elevation1,094 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute25 min
Broadband90.4%
Libraries5

Is New Auburn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Auburn receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. New Auburn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Auburn is $67,981, 10% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Auburn is $164,400, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,010 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

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

New Auburn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches, including 51.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

New Auburn has a population of 550 with a density of 161 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%).

Population

550
Total Population
161
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

New Auburn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

New Auburn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Auburn is $67,981, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: New Auburn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,981
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,391
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$71,869

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,963
County GDP$3,854M

Business (County)

Restaurants183
Healthcare206
Retail203
Manufacturing131

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,934
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in New Auburn is $164,400, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,010 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $325,351.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,400
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$325,351

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,010
13% below US avg
Rent Burden36.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,934
41% above US avg
Effective Rate3.00%
In New Auburn, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Auburn vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate72.6%
Premature Death6,527/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access57.8%
Healthcare Facilities206

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

New Auburn has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall51.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,094 ft (333 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density161/sq mi
Coordinates45.1988°N, 91.5663°W
County FIPS55017
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin. 90.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.9%
D 38%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density161/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.4%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities206
Restaurants183
Retail Stores203

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

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