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Packwaukee, WI

Wisconsin

Packwaukee is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 220. Residents earn $43,036 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
220 Population 458/sq mi density
$43,036 Median Income $23,923 per capita
$121,300 Home Value
$710 Median Rent 40.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$43,036 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,300 home value, $710/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,036
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,300
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.7%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $710
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population220
Median Age62.4 yrs
Density458/mi²
Male / Female61% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans20.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,036
Per Capita$23,923
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$588M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,300
Rent$710
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units124
Rent Burden40.0%

Health

Obesity42.5%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking17.5%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation780 ft (238 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.7%
High School+84.6%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute22 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries6

Is Packwaukee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Packwaukee receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Packwaukee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Packwaukee is $43,036, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Packwaukee is $121,300, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $710 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Packwaukee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches, including 42.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Packwaukee has a population of 220 with a density of 458 people per square mile. The median age is 62.4 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

220
Total Population
458
People / sq mi
62.4yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.5%
Female 39.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Packwaukee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.2%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Packwaukee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Packwaukee is $43,036, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Packwaukee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,036
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,923
Avg Weekly Wage$893
IRS Avg AGI$66,461

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)396
County GDP$588M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare22
Retail40
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,156
47% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Packwaukee is $121,300, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $710 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,300
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$710
39% below US avg
Rent Burden40.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.0%
Housing Units124
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,156
47% above US avg
Effective Rate4.25%
In Packwaukee, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,264
Dentists1:3,945
Mental Health1:1,218
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits63.7%
Premature Death10,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access29.2%
Healthcare Facilities22
Packwaukee has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall42.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation780 ft (238 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density458/sq mi
Coordinates43.7653°N, 89.4598°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.7-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%
D 34.6%

Winner: Republican by 29.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.7%
92% below US avg
High School+84.6%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density458/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants43
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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