Oakdale, WI

Wisconsin

Oakdale is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 285. Residents earn $86,563 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
285 Population 385/sq mi density
$86,563 Median Income $42,482 per capita
$187,500 Home Value
$588 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,563 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$187,500 home value, $588/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,563
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $187,500
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.0%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $588
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.8%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population285
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density385/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans13.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,563
Per Capita$42,482
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$3,006M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,500
Rent$588
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units160
Rent Burden24.4%

Health

Obesity45.8%
Uninsured10.9%
Smoking20.4%
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation953 ft (290 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.0%
High School+89.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute17 min
Broadband89.1%
Libraries6

Is Oakdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oakdale receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Oakdale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oakdale is $86,563, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oakdale is $187,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $588 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Oakdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches, including 46.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Oakdale has a population of 285 with a density of 385 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.1%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

285
Total Population
385
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.3%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.7%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oakdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakdale is $86,563, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Oakdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,563
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,482
Avg Weekly Wage$1,035
IRS Avg AGI$65,112

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,335
County GDP$3,006M

Business (County)

Restaurants124
Healthcare92
Retail135
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,984
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.5 min
Drive Alone61.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakdale is $187,500, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $588 (49% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,500
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$588
49% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.7%
Housing Units160
Median Year Built1998

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,984
42% above US avg
Effective Rate2.66%
In Oakdale, 45.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.9% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 27.8% report depression. 34.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.8%
43% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity34.1%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Uninsured10.9%
27% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits56.2%
Premature Death7,458/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities92
Oakdale has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall46.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation953 ft (290 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density385/sq mi
Coordinates43.9622°N, 90.3791°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.1-point margin. 89.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 36.3%

Winner: Republican by 26.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.0%
38% below US avg
High School+89.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density385/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.1%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities92
Restaurants124
Retail Stores135

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.5 min
Drive Alone61.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.8%

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