Palmyra, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Walworth County County
Palmyra, WI
At a Glance
How Palmyra Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Palmyra's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Palmyra a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Palmyra residents earn a median household income of $80,709 , which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,370. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,401 business establishments, including 337 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Palmyra is $194,200 , 31% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $377,559. Median rent is $765/month, with 20.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Palmyra reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 844/100K.
Education
14.2% of adults in Palmyra hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 90.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Palmyra has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.