New Lisbon, WI

Wisconsin

New Lisbon is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 2,549. Residents earn $64,000 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,549 Population 898/sq mi density
$64,000 Median Income $21,581 per capita
$105,500 Home Value $287,444 Zillow
$723 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
277 Violent Crime/100K 792 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$64,000 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,500 home value, $723/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
277 violent crimes/100K (27% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,000
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,500
63% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 277/100K
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $723
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.9%
12% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,549
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density898/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,000
Per Capita$21,581
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty13.9%
County GDP$1,233M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,500
Rent$723
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$287,444

Crime

F
Violent277/100K
Property792/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault238/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Elevation876 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+87.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute19 min
Libraries5

Is New Lisbon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Lisbon receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. New Lisbon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Lisbon is $64,000, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Lisbon is $105,500, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $723 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in New Lisbon is below the national average at 277 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 792 per 100,000, 60% below the national average.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

New Lisbon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches, including 46.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

New Lisbon has a population of 2,549 with a density of 898 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.9%), with 3% Hispanic, 9.5% Black.

Population

2,549
Total Population
898
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.6%
Female 31.4%

Race & Ethnicity

New Lisbon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Lisbon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Lisbon is $64,000, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: New Lisbon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,000
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,581
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$59,403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.9%
12% above US avg
Establishments (County)736
County GDP$1,233M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare49
Retail81
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,068
45% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in New Lisbon is $105,500, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $723 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,444.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,500
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$287,444

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$723
38% 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-Occupied65.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,068
45% above US avg
Effective Rate4.80%
In New Lisbon, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death8,839/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access52.2%
Healthcare Facilities49
New Lisbon has a violent crime rate of 277 per 100,000 residents, 27% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 792 per 100,000 (60% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent277.1/100K
27% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape39.6/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault237.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property791.8/100K
60% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft791.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
New Lisbon has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall46.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation876 ft (267 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density898/sq mi
Coordinates43.8753°N, 90.1624°W
County FIPS55057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.6%
D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 32.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+87.5%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density898/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants83
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Work from Home1.6%

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