Wisconsin
New London is a small city in Wisconsin with a population of 7,492. Residents earn $61,447 per year, which is 18% below the national average.
Based on current data, New London receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. New London offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in New London is $61,447, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in New London is $162,800, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $822 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in New London is below the national average at 303 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,806 per 100,000, near the national average.
16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
New London 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 34.9 inches, including 45.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 90.0% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 10.0% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $61,447 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,464 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $928 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,983 |
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.7% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,385 |
| County GDP | $2,507M |
| Restaurants | 146 |
| Healthcare | 133 |
| Retail | 168 |
| Manufacturing | 80 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,425 |
| 55% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.33% |
| Commute Time | 25.9 min |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |
| Census Median | $162,800 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $276,769 |
| Census Median Rent | $822 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,425 |
| 55% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.33% |
| Obesity | 39.2% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.8% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,173/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 133 |
| Total Violent | 303.2/100K |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 13.8/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 289.5/100K |
| Total Property | 1,805.7/100K |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 165.4/100K |
| Theft | 1,585.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 55.1/100K |
| Arson | 27.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 44.8°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 34.9 inches |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 45.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 757 ft (231 m) |
| Area | 5.6 sq mi (14.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,345/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.3959°N, 88.7386°W |
| County FIPS | 55135 |
Winner: Republican by 33.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.7% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.81 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,345/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.6 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 9 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 133 |
| Restaurants | 146 |
| Retail Stores | 168 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 25.9 min |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |