Peshtigo, WI

Wisconsin

Peshtigo is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 3,404. Residents earn $65,433 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,404 Population 1,170/sq mi density
$65,433 Median Income $36,657 per capita
$145,800 Home Value $227,237 Zillow
$777 Median Rent 19.6% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
29 Violent Crime/100K 1,299 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,433 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$145,800 home value, $777/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
29 violent crimes/100K (92% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,433
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,800
48% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 29/100K
92% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.4%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $777
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,404
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density1,170/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,433
Per Capita$36,657
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$2,381M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,800
Rent$777
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$227,237
Rent Burden19.6%

Crime

F
Violent29/100K
Property1,299/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault29/100K
Burglary318/100K

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Elevation607 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.4%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute31 min
Broadband90.4%
Libraries7

Is Peshtigo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peshtigo 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, a low poverty rate. Peshtigo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Peshtigo is $65,433, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Peshtigo is $145,800, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $777 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Peshtigo is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 29 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,299 per 100,000, 34% below the national average.

Education

24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Peshtigo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches, including 48.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Peshtigo has a population of 3,404 with a density of 1,170 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

3,404
Total Population
1,170
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Peshtigo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Peshtigo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peshtigo is $65,433, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Peshtigo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,433
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,657
Avg Weekly Wage$1,006
IRS Avg AGI$60,627

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below 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
Effective Tax Rate2.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Peshtigo is $145,800, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $777 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $227,237.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,800
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$227,237
Median List Price$289,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$289,900
$/Sq Ft$188
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops22.2%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$777
33% below US avg
Rent Burden19.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,280
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.94%
In Peshtigo, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death8,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access60.0%
Healthcare Facilities133
Peshtigo has a violent crime rate of 29 per 100,000 residents, 92% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,299 per 100,000 (34% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent28.9/100K
92% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault28.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,299.1/100K
34% below US avg
Burglary317.6/100K
Theft981.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Peshtigo has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.7°F
19% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.4 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall48.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density1,170/sq mi
Coordinates45.0569°N, 87.7441°W
County FIPS55075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38-point margin. 90.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%
D 30.4%

Winner: Republican by 38 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.4%
28% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,170/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.4%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants133
Retail Stores170

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home3.4%

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