Oliver, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Oliver is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 370. Residents earn $82,500 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
370 Population 178/sq mi density
$82,500 Median Income $42,074 per capita
$189,800 Home Value
$1,125 Median Rent 18.4% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 249 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
$82,500 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$189,800 home value, $1,125/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,500
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $189,800
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population370
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density178/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,500
Per Capita$42,074
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$1,907M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$189,800
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units164
Rent Burden18.4%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking13.6%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation711 ft (217 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+94.9%
Graduate+10.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute21 min
Broadband79.8%
Libraries3

Is Oliver a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oliver is $82,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oliver is $189,800, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Oliver has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches, including 56.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Oliver has a population of 370 with a density of 178 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

370
Total Population
178
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Oliver vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Oliver vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oliver is $82,500, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Oliver vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,500
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,074
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$67,169

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)816
County GDP$1,907M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare102
Retail99
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,404
26% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Oliver is $189,800, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,800
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden18.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.9%
Housing Units164
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,404
26% above US avg
Effective Rate2.32%
In Oliver, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits67.4%
Premature Death7,923/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access62.7%
Healthcare Facilities102
Oliver has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.5 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall56.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation711 ft (217 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density178/sq mi
Coordinates46.6458°N, 92.1847°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27017
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.6-point margin. 79.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.3%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 2.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.2%
40% below US avg
High School+94.9%
Graduate Degree+10.5%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density178/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.8%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants54
Retail Stores99

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home10.2%

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