Oconto Falls, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Oconto Falls is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 2,979. Residents earn $47,786 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,979 Population 1,034/sq mi density
$47,786 Median Income $27,364 per capita
$145,100 Home Value $272,921 Zillow
$670 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$47,786 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$145,100 home value, $670/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,786
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,100
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.6%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $670
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.3%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,979
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density1,034/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$47,786
Per Capita$27,364
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$1,351M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,100
Rent$670
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$272,921

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Elevation726 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.6%
High School+92.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute27 min
Libraries6

Is Oconto Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oconto Falls receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Oconto Falls offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oconto Falls is $47,786, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oconto Falls is $145,100, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $670 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Oconto Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches, including 56.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Oconto Falls has a population of 2,979 with a density of 1,034 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%), with 4.8% Hispanic.

Population

2,979
Total Population
1,034
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Oconto Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oconto Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oconto Falls is $47,786, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Oconto Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,786
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,364
Avg Weekly Wage$898
IRS Avg AGI$71,461

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)932
County GDP$1,351M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare115
Retail98
Manufacturing49

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,861
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Oconto Falls is $145,100, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $670 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $272,921.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,100
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$272,921
Median List Price$174,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$174,900
$/Sq Ft$100
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.9%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$670
42% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,861
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.35%
In Oconto Falls, 44.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Oconto Falls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.3%
38% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death6,794/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access59.6%
Healthcare Facilities115

Crime Rates: Oconto Falls vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Oconto Falls has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.1 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall56.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation726 ft (221 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density1,034/sq mi
Coordinates44.8753°N, 88.1455°W
County FIPS55083
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 28%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.6%
33% below US avg
High School+92.1%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,034/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities115
Restaurants100
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home6.9%

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