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Northport, WI

Wisconsin

Northport is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 421. Residents earn $89,643 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
421 Population 243/sq mi density
$89,643 Median Income $37,952 per capita
$189,100 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$89,643 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$189,100 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,643
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $189,100
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population421
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density243/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans11.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$89,643
Per Capita$37,952
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$2,507M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$189,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units161

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking15.4%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation831 ft (253 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+91.6%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute30 min
Broadband88.3%
Libraries9

Is Northport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Northport receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Northport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Northport is $89,643, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Northport is $189,100, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Northport 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. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.9 inches, including 45.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Northport has a population of 421 with a density of 243 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%).

Population

421
Total Population
243
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Northport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Northport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Northport is $89,643, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Northport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,643
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,952
Avg Weekly Wage$928
IRS Avg AGI$67,983

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,385
County GDP$2,507M

Business (County)

Restaurants146
Healthcare133
Retail168
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,425
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Northport is $189,100, 33% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,100
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.6%
Housing Units161
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,425
55% above US avg
Effective Rate2.87%
In Northport, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma11.4%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits66.4%
Premature Death7,173/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access74.3%
Healthcare Facilities133
Northport has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.9 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.9 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall45.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation831 ft (253 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density243/sq mi
Coordinates44.4050°N, 88.8113°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.4-point margin. 88.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.2%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.5%
60% below US avg
High School+91.6%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density243/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.3%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants146
Retail Stores168

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

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