Wisconsin
Osceola is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 2,818. Residents earn $61,029 per year, which is 19% below the national average.
Based on current data, Osceola receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Osceola offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Osceola is $61,029, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in Osceola is $210,800, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,019 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 437 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 952 per 100,000, 51% below the national average.
22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Osceola has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches, including 42.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $61,029 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,308 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $919 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,536 |
| Unemployment | 5.3% |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.8% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,311 |
| County GDP | $2,185M |
| Restaurants | 136 |
| Healthcare | 106 |
| Retail | 164 |
| Manufacturing | 95 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,702 |
| 63% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.70% |
| Commute Time | 33.2 min |
| Work from Home | 8.5% |
| Census Median | $210,800 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $348,354 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,019 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
| Owner-Occupied | 57.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,702 |
| 63% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.70% |
| Obesity | 34.5% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.9% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.7% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 16.7% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,642/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 106 |
| Total Violent | 436.5/100K |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 79.4/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 357.1/100K |
| Total Property | 952.4/100K |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 79.4/100K |
| Theft | 833.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 39.7/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 44.2°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 30.5 inches |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 42.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 868 ft (265 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 694/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.3193°N, 92.6959°W |
| County FIPS | 55095 |
Winner: Republican by 30.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.0% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.81 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 694/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.1 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 106 |
| Restaurants | 136 |
| Retail Stores | 164 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 33.2 min |
| Work from Home | 8.5% |