Oconto, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Kewaunee County County
Oconto, WI
At a Glance
How Oconto Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Oconto's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Oconto a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Oconto residents earn a median household income of $62,704 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,870. The unemployment rate stands at 1.8% (50% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 575 business establishments, including 50 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Oconto is $133,900 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $253,068. Median rent is $780/month, with 24.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
Oconto reports 22 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 94% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 562/100K.
Education
13.6% of adults in Oconto hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below the national average). 95.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 33.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.