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Pella, WI

Wisconsin

Pella is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 108. Residents earn $70,625 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
108 Population 66/sq mi density
$70,625 Median Income $42,135 per capita
$164,100 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$70,625 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$164,100 home value
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,625
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $164,100
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population108
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density66/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans85.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,625
Per Capita$42,135
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$1,744M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$164,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units103
Rent Burden24.2%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking16.0%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation881 ft (269 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+97.8%
Graduate+3.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute21 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries6

Is Pella a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pella receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Pella offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pella is $70,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pella is $164,100, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Pella has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 16°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 33.0 inches, including 44.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Pella has a population of 108 with a density of 66 people per square mile. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

108
Total Population
66
People / sq mi
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pella vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pella vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pella is $70,625, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Pella vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,625
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,135
Avg Weekly Wage$876
IRS Avg AGI$64,361

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,069
County GDP$1,744M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare87
Retail115
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,904
40% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Pella is $164,100, 42% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,100
42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.3%
Housing Units103
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,904
40% above US avg
Effective Rate2.99%
In Pella, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits67.3%
Premature Death7,118/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access47.9%
Healthcare Facilities87
Pella has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.0 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall44.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation881 ft (269 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density66/sq mi
Coordinates44.7435°N, 88.8224°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.3-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 31.3%

Winner: Republican by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+97.8%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density66/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities87
Restaurants115
Retail Stores115

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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