Choose Country

Pepin, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Pepin is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 781. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
781 Population 1,085/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $42,486 per capita
$184,200 Home Value $269,037 Zillow
$837 Median Rent 26.3% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
247 Violent Crime/100K 3,337 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$184,200 home value, $837/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
247 violent crimes/100K (35% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $184,200
35% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 247/100K
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.2%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $837
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population781
Median Age56.2 yrs
Density1,085/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$42,486
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$1,094M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,200
Rent$837
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$269,037
Housing Units475
Rent Burden26.3%

Crime

F
Violent247/100K
Property3,337/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault247/100K
Burglary742/100K

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking14.7%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation713 ft (217 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+94.3%
Graduate+10.2%
School Score5.97

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute24 min
Broadband87.2%
Libraries3

Is Pepin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pepin receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Pepin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pepin is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pepin is $184,200, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $837 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Pepin is below the national average at 247 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,337 per 100,000, 70% above the national average.

Education

26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Pepin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches, including 48.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Pepin has a population of 781 with a density of 1,085 people per square mile. The median age is 56.2 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

781
Total Population
1,085
People / sq mi
56.2yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pepin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pepin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pepin is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Pepin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,486
Avg Weekly Wage$916
IRS Avg AGI$74,149

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% below US avg
Establishments (County)608
County GDP$1,094M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare58
Retail70
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,056
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Pepin is $184,200, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $837 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $269,037.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,200
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$269,037

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$837
28% below US avg
Rent Burden26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$742
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,329
4 Bedrooms$1,632

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.6%
Housing Units475
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,056
16% above US avg
Effective Rate2.20%
In Pepin, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep33.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits69.1%
Premature Death6,282/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access89.9%
Healthcare Facilities58
Pepin has a violent crime rate of 247 per 100,000 residents, 35% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,337 per 100,000 (70% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Pepin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent247.2/100K
35% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault247.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,337.5/100K
70% above US avg
Burglary741.7/100K
Theft2,472.2/100K
Vehicle Theft123.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Pepin has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 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) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall48.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation713 ft (217 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density1,085/sq mi
Coordinates44.4428°N, 92.1477°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27157
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.2-point margin. 87.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.2%
D 35%

Winner: Republican by 28.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.2%
22% below US avg
High School+94.3%
Graduate Degree+10.2%
School Test Score5.97
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,085/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants58
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.7%

Nearby Cities

Lake City, MN 5,021 pop · 6.6 mi Wabasha, MN 2,569 pop · 7.1 mi Durand, WI 1,735 pop · 15.5 mi Plainview, MN 3,501 pop · 19.2 mi Elgin, MN 1,147 pop · 22.3 mi Goodhue, MN 1,261 pop · 23.8 mi Red Wing, MN 16,660 pop · 24.5 mi Mondovi, WI 2,843 pop · 25.3 mi Ellsworth, WI 3,323 pop · 26.1 mi Oronoco, MN 1,665 pop · 27.6 mi Zumbrota, MN 3,843 pop · 27.9 mi Spring Valley, WI 1,260 pop · 28.7 mi Pine Island, MN 3,693 pop · 29.2 mi Eyota, MN 2,090 pop · 31.7 mi
Compare Pepin with another city: