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North Freedom, WI

Wisconsin

North Freedom is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 730. Residents earn $77,250 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
730 Population 869/sq mi density
$77,250 Median Income $31,208 per capita
$154,800 Home Value $303,884 Zillow
$708 Median Rent 27.2% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$77,250 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,800 home value, $708/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,250
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $154,800
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $708
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.6%
34% higher than US avg

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

People

Population730
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density869/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans1.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,250
Per Capita$31,208
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty16.6%
County GDP$5,577M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,800
Rent$708
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$303,884
Housing Units276
Rent Burden27.2%

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking15.5%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation867 ft (264 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute24 min
Broadband89.4%
Libraries9

Is North Freedom a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Freedom receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. North Freedom offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Freedom is $77,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. The poverty rate of 16.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Freedom is $154,800, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $708 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

North Freedom experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

North Freedom has a population of 730 with a density of 869 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

730
Total Population
869
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

North Freedom vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Freedom vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Freedom is $77,250, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: North Freedom vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,250
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,208
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$68,772

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.6%
34% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,219
County GDP$5,577M

Business (County)

Restaurants261
Healthcare155
Retail298
Manufacturing86

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,911
69% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone75.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in North Freedom is $154,800, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $708 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $303,884.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,800
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$303,884

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$141
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.6%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$708
39% below US avg
Rent Burden27.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.4%
Housing Units276
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,911
69% above US avg
Effective Rate3.82%
In North Freedom, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Freedom vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits64.4%
Premature Death7,554/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access74.3%
Healthcare Facilities155
North Freedom has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation867 ft (264 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density869/sq mi
Coordinates43.4580°N, 89.8538°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.7-point margin. 89.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50%
D 48.4%

Winner: Republican by 1.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density869/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.4%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants261
Retail Stores298

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone75.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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