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Pembine, WI

Wisconsin

Pembine is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 250. Residents earn $28,672 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
250 Population 417/sq mi density
$28,672 Median Income $14,914 per capita
$57,100 Home Value $185,637 Zillow
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$28,672 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,100 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,672
62% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,100
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.7%
123% higher than US avg

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

People

Population250
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density417/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans11.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,672
Per Capita$14,914
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty27.7%
County GDP$2,381M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$185,637
Housing Units109
Rent Burden24.7%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking18.0%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation971 ft (296 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+95.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute27 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries7

Is Pembine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pembine receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Pembine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pembine is $28,672, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 27.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pembine is $57,100, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Pembine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches, including 61.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Pembine has a population of 250 with a density of 417 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%).

Population

250
Total Population
417
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pembine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pembine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pembine is $28,672, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Pembine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,672
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,914
Avg Weekly Wage$1,006
IRS Avg AGI$60,627

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.7%
123% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,257
County GDP$2,381M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare133
Retail170
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,280
22% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pembine is $57,100, 80% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $185,637.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,100
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$185,637

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.8%
Housing Units109
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,280
22% above US avg
Effective Rate7.50%
In Pembine, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.5%
Dental Visits58.8%
Premature Death8,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access60.0%
Healthcare Facilities133
Pembine has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.5 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall61.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation971 ft (296 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density417/sq mi
Coordinates45.6367°N, 87.9913°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%
D 30.4%

Winner: Republican by 38 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.6%
86% below US avg
High School+95.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density417/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants133
Retail Stores170

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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