Owen, WI

Wisconsin

Owen is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 884. Residents earn $58,611 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
884 Population 384/sq mi density
$58,611 Median Income $29,365 per capita
$125,500 Home Value $184,395 Zillow
$675 Median Rent 19.7% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$58,611 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,500 home value, $675/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,611
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,500
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population884
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density384/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,611
Per Capita$29,365
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$1,919M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,500
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$184,395
Rent Burden19.7%

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.2 in/yr
Elevation1,240 ft (378 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+87.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 29%
Commute17 min
Broadband77.5%
Libraries10

Is Owen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Owen receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Owen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Owen is $58,611, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Owen is $125,500, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 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.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Owen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.2 inches, including 51.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Owen has a population of 884 with a density of 384 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.7%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

884
Total Population
384
People / sq mi
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Owen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Owen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Owen is $58,611, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Owen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,611
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,365
Avg Weekly Wage$964
IRS Avg AGI$67,108

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)956
County GDP$1,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare73
Retail109
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,947
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.8 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Owen is $125,500, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,395.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,500
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$184,395

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden19.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,947
13% above US avg
Effective Rate3.15%
In Owen, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.5%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death7,843/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access34.9%
Healthcare Facilities73
Owen has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.7°F
23% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.2 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall51.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,240 ft (378 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density384/sq mi
Coordinates44.9491°N, 90.5611°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39-point margin. 77.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%
D 29.4%

Winner: Republican by 39 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+87.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density384/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.5%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities73
Restaurants78
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.8 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

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