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North Lake, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

North Lake is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 222. Residents earn $109,038 per year, which is 45% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
222 Population 925/sq mi density
$109,038 Median Income $59,557 per capita
$299,000 Home Value
$889 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$109,038 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$299,000 home value, $889/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
59.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $109,038
45% higher than US avg
Home Value $299,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 59.6%
77% higher than US avg
Median Rent $889
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population222
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density925/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$109,038
Per Capita$59,557
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$42,030M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$299,000
Rent$889
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units116
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity33.3%
Uninsured5.4%
Smoking10.9%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation941 ft (287 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+59.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+15.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute23 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries16

Is North Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Lake receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. North Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Lake is $109,038, which is significantly higher than the national average — 45% above $75,149. This places North Lake among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Lake is $299,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $889 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

North Lake is a highly educated community — 59.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

North Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

North Lake has a population of 222 with a density of 925 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).

Population

222
Total Population
925
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

North Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Lake is $109,038, which is 45% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: North Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$109,038
45% above US avg
Per Capita Income$59,557
Avg Weekly Wage$1,346
IRS Avg AGI$118,719

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,577
County GDP$42,030M

Business (County)

Restaurants875
Healthcare1,644
Retail1,242
Manufacturing838

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,421
112% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in North Lake is $299,000, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $889 (24% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$299,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$889
24% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.8%
Housing Units116
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,421
112% above US avg
Effective Rate2.48%
In North Lake, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.4% of residents lack health insurance. 10.9% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD4.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.9%
22% below US avg
Binge Drinking24.5%
Physical Inactivity18.9%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress10.5%
Short Sleep32.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.4%
37% below US avg
Primary Care1:713
Dentists1:1,016
Mental Health1:318
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits72.7%
Premature Death5,179/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access97.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,644
North Lake has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.8 inches
3% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation941 ft (287 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density925/sq mi
Coordinates43.1553°N, 88.3674°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55133
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 59.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.8-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+59.6%
77% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+15.6%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density925/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities1,644
Restaurants875
Retail Stores1,242

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%

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