Pigeon Falls, WI

Wisconsin

Pigeon Falls is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 327. Residents earn $63,125 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
327 Population 760/sq mi density
$63,125 Median Income $42,994 per capita
$181,800 Home Value $219,902 Zillow
$824 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$63,125 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$181,800 home value, $824/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,125
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $181,800
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.1%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $824
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population327
Median Age53.9 yrs
Density760/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans15.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,125
Per Capita$42,994
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$1,889M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$181,800
Rent$824
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$219,902
Housing Units161
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity42.6%
Uninsured10.2%
Smoking18.8%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation882 ft (269 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.1%
High School+96.8%
Graduate+11.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute25 min
Broadband85.7%
Libraries9

Is Pigeon Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pigeon Falls receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Pigeon Falls stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pigeon Falls is $63,125, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pigeon Falls is $181,800, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $824 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Pigeon Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°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 35.6 inches, including 41.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Pigeon Falls has a population of 327 with a density of 760 people per square mile. The median age is 53.9 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 3.1% Black.

Population

327
Total Population
760
People / sq mi
53.9yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pigeon Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pigeon Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pigeon Falls is $63,125, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Pigeon Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,125
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,994
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$64,832

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)835
County GDP$1,889M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare49
Retail96
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,357
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Pigeon Falls is $181,800, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $824 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $219,902.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$181,800
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$219,902

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$824
29% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.9%
Housing Units161
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,357
53% above US avg
Effective Rate2.95%
In Pigeon Falls, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.8% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pigeon Falls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.8%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Uninsured10.2%
19% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits63.0%
Premature Death6,005/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access79.5%
Healthcare Facilities49
Pigeon Falls has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 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) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall41.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation882 ft (269 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density760/sq mi
Coordinates44.4246°N, 91.2083°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 35.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.4-point margin. 85.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.1%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.1%
4% above US avg
High School+96.8%
Graduate Degree+11.1%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density760/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.7%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants80
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.4%

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