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Park Ridge, WI

Wisconsin

Park Ridge is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 589. Residents earn $82,083 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
589 Population 2,561/sq mi density
$82,083 Median Income $43,717 per capita
$265,200 Home Value $314,913 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$82,083 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$265,200 home value, $850/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
60.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,083
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $265,200
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 60.9%
81% higher than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population589
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density2,561/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,083
Per Capita$43,717
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$5,836M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$265,200
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$314,913
Housing Units229
Rent Burden25.0%

Health

Obesity34.6%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking11.3%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+60.9%
High School+98.6%
Graduate+27.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute13 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries5

Is Park Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Park Ridge receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Park Ridge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Park Ridge is $82,083, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Park Ridge is $265,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Park Ridge is a highly educated community — 60.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Park Ridge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches, including 48.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Park Ridge has a population of 589 with a density of 2,561 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

589
Total Population
2,561
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Park Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Park Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Park Ridge is $82,083, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Park Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,083
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,717
Avg Weekly Wage$1,094
IRS Avg AGI$75,853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,939
County GDP$5,836M

Business (County)

Restaurants217
Healthcare230
Retail206
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.4 min
Drive Alone69.7%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home13.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Park Ridge is $265,200, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $314,913.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$265,200
6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$314,913

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$175
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.1%
Housing Units229
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Effective Rate2.36%
In Park Ridge, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 11.3% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Park Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure25.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.3%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress10.4%
Short Sleep31.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits73.1%
Premature Death5,999/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access70.2%
Healthcare Facilities230
Park Ridge has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall48.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density2,561/sq mi
Coordinates44.5200°N, 89.5463°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 60.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.2-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.6%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 1.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+60.9%
81% above US avg
High School+98.6%
Graduate Degree+27.9%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,561/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities230
Restaurants217
Retail Stores206

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.4 min
Drive Alone69.7%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home13.1%

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