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Patch Grove, WI

Wisconsin

Patch Grove is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 212. Residents earn $39,781 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
212 Population 558/sq mi density
$39,781 Median Income $20,952 per capita
$139,800 Home Value
$690 Median Rent 22.9% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$39,781 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$139,800 home value, $690/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,781
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $139,800
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $690
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.0%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population212
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density558/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,781
Per Capita$20,952
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$2,999M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,800
Rent$690
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units129
Rent Burden22.9%

Health

Obesity44.0%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking17.9%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,058 ft (322 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+95.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute16 min
Broadband85.1%
Libraries13

Is Patch Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Patch Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Patch Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Patch Grove is $39,781, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Patch Grove is $139,800, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $690 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Patch Grove 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 38.5 inches, including 37.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Patch Grove has a population of 212 with a density of 558 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%).

Population

212
Total Population
558
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.4%
Female 40.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Patch Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Patch Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Patch Grove is $39,781, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Patch Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,781
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,952
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$64,257

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,509
County GDP$2,999M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare102
Retail185
Manufacturing61

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.6 min
Drive Alone62.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Patch Grove is $139,800, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $690 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,800
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$690
41% below US avg
Rent Burden22.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.1%
Housing Units129
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Rate3.11%
In Patch Grove, 44.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 33.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Patch Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.0%
37% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity33.2%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,369
Dentists1:2,229
Mental Health1:565
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits59.4%
Premature Death7,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access66.9%
Healthcare Facilities102
Patch Grove 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 38.5 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 Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall37.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,058 ft (322 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density558/sq mi
Coordinates42.9403°N, 90.9723°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+95.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density558/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.1%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants130
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.6 min
Drive Alone62.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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