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Ogdensburg, WI

Wisconsin

Ogdensburg is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 166. Residents earn $65,833 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
166 Population 171/sq mi density
$65,833 Median Income $30,222 per capita
$93,300 Home Value $271,777 Zillow
$575 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$65,833 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,300 home value, $575/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,833
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,300
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population166
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density171/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans2.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,833
Per Capita$30,222
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$5,836M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,300
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$271,777
Housing Units86
Rent Burden12.5%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking16.4%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation884 ft (269 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+90.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute24 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries5

Is Ogdensburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ogdensburg receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Ogdensburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ogdensburg is $65,833, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ogdensburg is $93,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ogdensburg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 16°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 33.8 inches, including 49.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ogdensburg has a population of 166 with a density of 171 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

166
Total Population
171
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ogdensburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ogdensburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ogdensburg is $65,833, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Ogdensburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,833
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,222
Avg Weekly Wage$1,094
IRS Avg AGI$75,853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,939
County GDP$5,836M

Business (County)

Restaurants217
Healthcare230
Retail206
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Ogdensburg is $93,300, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $271,777.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,300
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$271,777

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$575
51% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.7%
Housing Units86
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Effective Rate6.70%
In Ogdensburg, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,202
Dentists1:1,360
Mental Health1:602
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits64.2%
Premature Death5,999/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access70.2%
Healthcare Facilities230
Ogdensburg has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall49.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation884 ft (269 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density171/sq mi
Coordinates44.4572°N, 89.0243°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.2-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.6%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 1.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+90.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density171/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities230
Restaurants217
Retail Stores206

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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