Oconto, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Oconto is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 4,623. Residents earn $62,704 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
4,623 Population 682/sq mi density
$62,704 Median Income $33,870 per capita
$133,900 Home Value $236,316 Zillow
$780 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
134 Violent Crime/100K 2,788 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$62,704 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,900 home value, $780/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
134 violent crimes/100K (65% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,704
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,900
53% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 134/100K
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $780
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.6%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,623
Median Age47.4 yrs
Density682/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,704
Per Capita$33,870
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$1,082M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,900
Rent$780
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$236,316

Crime

F
Violent134/100K
Property2,788/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault134/100K
Burglary379/100K

Health

Obesity43.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Elevation590 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+95.1%
School Score6.00

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Oconto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oconto receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Oconto offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oconto is $62,704, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oconto is $133,900, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Oconto is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 134 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,788 per 100,000, 42% above the national average.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Oconto has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches, including 51.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Oconto has a population of 4,623 with a density of 682 people per square mile. The median age is 47.4 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.1%), with 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

4,623
Total Population
682
People / sq mi
47.4yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
6.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Oconto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oconto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oconto is $62,704, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Oconto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,704
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,870
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$72,968

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)575
County GDP$1,082M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare41
Retail57
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,823
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Oconto is $133,900, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $780 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,316.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,900
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$236,316
Median List Price$153,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$153,000
$/Sq Ft$117
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.1%
Price Drops8.3%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$780
33% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$723
1 Bedroom$793
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,272
4 Bedrooms$1,288

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,823
66% above US avg
Effective Rate4.35%
In Oconto, 43.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.6%
36% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death6,209/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access50.0%
Healthcare Facilities41
Oconto has a violent crime rate of 134 per 100,000 residents, 65% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,788 per 100,000 (42% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent133.8/100K
65% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault133.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,787.7/100K
42% above US avg
Burglary379.1/100K
Theft2,274.8/100K
Vehicle Theft133.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Oconto has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall51.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation590 ft (180 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.6 km²)
Population Density682/sq mi
Coordinates44.8927°N, 87.8685°W
County FIPS55061
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.3%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score6.00
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density682/sq mi
Total Area6.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants50
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Work from Home6.3%

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