New Glarus, WI
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New Glarus, WI
At a Glance
How New Glarus Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows New Glarus's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is New Glarus a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
New Glarus residents earn a median household income of $98,224 , which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,465. The unemployment rate stands at 5.7% (58% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,156 business establishments, including 102 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in New Glarus is $267,600 , 5% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $359,697. Median rent is $968/month, with 21.6% 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 1958.
Safety & Crime
New Glarus reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 448/100K.
Education
37.2% of adults in New Glarus hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above the national average). 97.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
New Glarus has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches.