Niagara, WI

Wisconsin

Niagara is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,386. Residents earn $57,500 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,386 Population 502/sq mi density
$57,500 Median Income $33,268 per capita
$90,200 Home Value $177,356 Zillow
$780 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$57,500 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,200 home value, $780/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,500
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,200
68% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $780
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,386
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density502/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,500
Per Capita$33,268
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$172M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,200
Rent$780
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$177,356

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property873/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary499/100K

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Elevation1,065 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+92.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 25%
Commute18 min
Libraries1

Is Niagara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Niagara 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. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Niagara offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Niagara is $57,500, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Niagara is $90,200, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $780 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

Niagara is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 873 per 100,000, 55% below the national average.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Niagara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches, including 61.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Niagara has a population of 1,386 with a density of 502 people per square mile. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

1,386
Total Population
502
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Niagara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Niagara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Niagara is $57,500, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Niagara vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,500
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,268
Avg Weekly Wage$698
IRS Avg AGI$68,314

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)137
County GDP$172M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare4
Retail13
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,671
91% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.8 min
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Niagara is $90,200, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $780 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,356.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,200
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$177,356

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$780
33% 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-Occupied83.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,671
91% above US avg
Effective Rate7.40%
In Niagara, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Niagara vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death7,123/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access62.9%
Healthcare Facilities4
Niagara has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 873 per 100,000 (55% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property873.4/100K
55% below US avg
Burglary499.1/100K
Theft374.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Niagara has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall61.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,065 ft (325 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density502/sq mi
Coordinates45.7793°N, 88.0032°W
County FIPS55037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.6%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density502/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants22
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.8 min
Work from Home11.0%

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