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Nichols, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Nichols is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 278. Residents earn $56,875 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
278 Population 312/sq mi density
$56,875 Median Income $32,206 per capita
$145,300 Home Value
$883 Median Rent 22.9% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$56,875 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$145,300 home value, $883/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,875
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,300
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $883
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population278
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density312/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans12.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,875
Per Capita$32,206
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$17,224M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,300
Rent$883
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units107
Rent Burden22.9%

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured10.1%
Smoking15.0%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation778 ft (237 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+87.1%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute30 min
Broadband86.7%
Libraries9

Is Nichols a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nichols receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Nichols offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nichols is $56,875, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nichols is $145,300, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $883 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.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Nichols has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Nichols has a population of 278 with a density of 312 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.7%), with 4.7% Hispanic, 3.6% Black.

Population

278
Total Population
312
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Nichols vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.7%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.3%
8% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nichols vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nichols is $56,875, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Nichols vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,875
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,206
Avg Weekly Wage$1,189
IRS Avg AGI$84,505

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,053
County GDP$17,224M

Business (County)

Restaurants502
Healthcare561
Retail691
Manufacturing344

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,567
88% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Drive Alone97.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Nichols is $145,300, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $883 (24% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,300
48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$883
24% below US avg
Rent Burden22.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied44.2%
Housing Units107
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,567
88% above US avg
Effective Rate4.52%
In Nichols, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.8%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.8%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.1%
Uninsured10.1%
17% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits64.9%
Premature Death6,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access88.2%
Healthcare Facilities561
Nichols has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation778 ft (237 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density312/sq mi
Coordinates44.5672°N, 88.4678°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55087
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.2-point margin. 86.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.4%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 10.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+87.1%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density312/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.7%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities561
Restaurants502
Retail Stores691

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Drive Alone97.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

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