New Holstein, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

New Holstein is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 3,104. Residents earn $61,086 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
3,104 Population 1,237/sq mi density
$61,086 Median Income $46,719 per capita
$165,900 Home Value
$736 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
187 Violent Crime/100K 1,400 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,086 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,900 home value, $736/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
187 violent crimes/100K (51% below avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,086
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,900
41% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 187/100K
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.6%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent $736
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,104
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density1,237/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,086
Per Capita$46,719
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$6,749M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,900
Rent$736
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent187/100K
Property1,400/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault124/100K
Burglary280/100K

Health

Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Elevation989 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.6%
High School+96.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute31 min
Libraries7

Is New Holstein a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Holstein receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. New Holstein offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Holstein is $61,086, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Holstein is $165,900, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $736 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in New Holstein is below the national average at 187 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,400 per 100,000, 29% below the national average.

Education

30.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

New Holstein has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

New Holstein has a population of 3,104 with a density of 1,237 people per square mile. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%).

Population

3,104
Total Population
1,237
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

New Holstein vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Holstein vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Holstein is $61,086, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: New Holstein vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,086
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,719
Avg Weekly Wage$1,120
IRS Avg AGI$77,525

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,535
County GDP$6,749M

Business (County)

Restaurants233
Healthcare241
Retail304
Manufacturing136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,030
72% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in New Holstein is $165,900, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $736 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,900
41% below US avg
Median List Price$184,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$184,900
$/Sq Ft$164
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.9%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$736
37% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,030
72% above US avg
Effective Rate3.63%
In New Holstein, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death7,377/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access79.1%
Healthcare Facilities241
New Holstein has a violent crime rate of 187 per 100,000 residents, 51% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,400 per 100,000 (29% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent186.6/100K
51% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape62.2/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault124.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,399.7/100K
29% below US avg
Burglary279.9/100K
Theft1,057.5/100K
Vehicle Theft62.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
New Holstein has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation989 ft (301 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density1,237/sq mi
Coordinates43.9492°N, 88.0949°W
County FIPS55039
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 30.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 35.1%

Winner: Republican by 28.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.6%
9% below US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,237/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities241
Restaurants233
Retail Stores304

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Work from Home10.4%

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